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
As per Census 2011, Khara village has a total population of 1,572 people, consisting of 815 males and 757 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 908 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khara are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,572, including 815 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Khara?
There are 253 households in Khara.
What is the literacy rate in Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara is 42.24%. Male literacy is 49.69% and female literacy is 34.21%.