Khapara - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Khapara is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhayla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapara is 507816. The village covers a total geographical area of 1196.83 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khapara 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 Khapara
According to the 2011 Census, Khapara village had a total population of 1,283 people, including 617 males and 666 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.15%, with male literacy at 50.11% and female literacy at 25.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 969.
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 | 1,283 | 617 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 156 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 969 | 462 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 231 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 386 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Khapara
Khapara 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 Khapara
Khapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Palanpur to Khapara is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapara 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 Khapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapara 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 Khapara
Where is Khapara located?
Khapara village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapara is Bhayla.
What is the pincode of Khapara?
The pincode of Khapara is 385001.
What is the population of Khapara?
Khapara had a total population of 1,283, including 617 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Khapara?
Khapara had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapara was 37.15%. Male literacy was 50.11% and female literacy was 25.20%.