Khiloda - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Khiloda is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhiloda and around 48 km from Himatnagar. Khiloda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiloda is 510297. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.74 hectares and falls under the 383250 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khiloda 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 Khiloda
According to the 2011 Census, Khiloda village had a total population of 2,158 people, including 1,084 males and 1,074 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.12%, with male literacy at 86.28% and female literacy at 63.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,169.
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 | 2,158 | 1,084 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 151 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,169 | 582 | 587 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 805 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 279 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Khiloda
Khiloda 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 Khiloda
Khiloda 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 Khiloda.
| 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 Bhiloda to Khiloda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Khiloda is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiloda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiloda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khiloda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiloda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khiloda
Where is Khiloda located?
Khiloda village is located in Shamlaji Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiloda?
Khiloda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khiloda?
The pincode of Khiloda is 383250.
What is the population of Khiloda?
Khiloda had a total population of 2,158, including 1,084 males and 1,074 females.
How many households are there in Khiloda?
Khiloda had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiloda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiloda was 75.12%. Male literacy was 86.28% and female literacy was 63.90%.