Khapa - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Khapa is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khapa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa is 507793. The village covers a total geographical area of 2214.93 hectares and falls under the 385130 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapa
According to the 2011 Census, Khapa village had a total population of 3,062 people, including 1,533 males and 1,529 females, living in 470 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.87%, with male literacy at 50.94% and female literacy at 29.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,021.
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 | 3,062 | 1,533 | 1,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 792 | 414 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,021 | 1,509 | 1,512 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 570 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,157 | 963 | 1,194 |
Nearby Villages of Khapa
Khapa 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 Khapa
Khapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khapa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Khapa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khapa 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 Khapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapa 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 Khapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khapa
Where is Khapa located?
Khapa village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa?
Khapa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khapa?
The pincode of Khapa is 385130.
What is the population of Khapa?
Khapa had a total population of 3,062, including 1,533 males and 1,529 females.
How many households are there in Khapa?
Khapa had 470 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa was 39.87%. Male literacy was 50.94% and female literacy was 29.11%.