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
As per Census 2011, Khapa village has a total population of 3,062 people, consisting of 1,533 males and 1,529 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 792 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 2,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,021 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,533 | 1,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 792 | 414 | 378 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,062, including 1,533 males and 1,529 females.
How many households are there in Khapa?
There are 470 households in Khapa.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa is 29.56%. Male literacy is 37.18% and female literacy is 21.91%.