Khandivav - Meghraj, Arvalli
Khandivav is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from Meghraj and around 69 km from Himatnagar. Vasna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandivav village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandivav is 510409. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.9 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khandivav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandivav
According to the 2011 Census, Khandivav village had a total population of 404 people, including 205 males and 199 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 54.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 205 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 141 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 64 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Khandivav
Khandivav 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 Khandivav
Public transport in the Khandivav is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghraj to Khandivav is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Khandivav is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandivav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandivav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandivav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandivav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandivav
Where is Khandivav located?
Khandivav village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandivav?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandivav is Vasna.
What is the pincode of Khandivav?
The pincode of Khandivav is 383350.
What is the population of Khandivav?
Khandivav had a total population of 404, including 205 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Khandivav?
Khandivav had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandivav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandivav was 68.51%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 54.65%.