Khapa

Khapa is a village located in Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Iqbalgadh (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Khapa village is also a gram panchayat.

Khapa has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khapa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khapa is 507793. The village spans a total geographical area of 2214.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385130. Abu Road is nearest town to Khapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khapa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khapa

Below is a concise population overview of Khapa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,062 1,533 1,529
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 792 414 378
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3,021 1,509 1,512
Literate Population 905 570 335
Illiterate Population 2,157 963 1,194

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khapa village:

  • The total population of Khapa village is around 3,062, including approximately 1,533 males and 1,529 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 792 children aged 0–6 years in Khapa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khapa village has 3,021 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khapa village is about 29.56%, with male literacy at 37.18% and female literacy at 21.91%.
  • There are around 470 households in Khapa village.

Connectivity of Khapa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khapa. As per the 2011 stats, Khapa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khapa

Knowing the nearby villages of Khapa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khapa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khapa

Where is Khapa located?
Khapa village is situated in Amirgadh Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa?
Khapa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khapa?
The pincode of Khapa is 385130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khapa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khapa is 3,062, with 1,533 males and 1,529 females.
How many households are there in Khapa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khapa village has a total of 470 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khapa is 29.56%. The male literacy rate is 37.18%, while the female literacy rate is 21.91%.