Khara - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Khara is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara is 507762. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.64 hectares and falls under the 385135 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khara 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 Khara
According to the 2011 Census, Khara village had a total population of 1,572 people, including 815 males and 757 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.82%, with male literacy at 63.48% and female literacy at 41.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 1,572 | 815 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 177 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 114 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 405 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 410 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Khara
Khara 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 Khara
Public transport in the Khara is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Khara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khara
Where is Khara located?
Khara village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khara?
Khara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khara?
The pincode of Khara is 385135.
What is the population of Khara?
Khara had a total population of 1,572, including 815 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Khara?
Khara had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara was 52.82%. Male literacy was 63.48% and female literacy was 41.84%.