Khakhsar - Tarapur, Anand
Khakhsar is a village situated in the Tarapur taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Khakhsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhsar is 516840. The village covers a total geographical area of 1124.02 hectares and falls under the 388625 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khakhsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhsar
As per Census 2011, Khakhsar village has a total population of 2,627 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,279 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,079 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khakhsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,348 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 187 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 215 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,079 | 1,108 | 971 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 240 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhsar
Khakhsar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khakhsar
Khakhsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khakhsar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojitra to Khakhsar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Khakhsar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khakhsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khakhsar
Where is Khakhsar located?
Khakhsar village is located in Tarapur Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhsar?
Khakhsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhsar?
The pincode of Khakhsar is 388625.
What is the population of Khakhsar?
Khakhsar has a total population of 2,627, including 1,348 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Khakhsar?
There are 517 households in Khakhsar.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhsar is 79.14%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 75.92%.