Khodamba - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Khodamba is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Bhiloda and around 50 km from Himatnagar. Khodamba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodamba is 510304. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.21 hectares and falls under the 383355 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khodamba 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 Khodamba
According to the 2011 Census, Khodamba village had a total population of 924 people, including 465 males and 459 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 91.36% and female literacy at 58.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 924 | 465 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 391 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 74 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Khodamba
Khodamba 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 Khodamba
Public transport in the Khodamba is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Khodamba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiloda to Khodamba is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Khodamba is about 50 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 Khodamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khodamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khodamba
Where is Khodamba located?
Khodamba village is located in Shamlaji Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodamba?
Khodamba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodamba?
The pincode of Khodamba is 383355.
What is the population of Khodamba?
Khodamba had a total population of 924, including 465 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Khodamba?
Khodamba had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodamba was 75.00%. Male literacy was 91.36% and female literacy was 58.64%.