Khara

Khara is a village located in Bhabhar taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhabhar (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Khara village is also a gram panchayat.

Khara has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khara is 508475. The village spans a total geographical area of 608.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385320. Bhabhar is nearest town to Khara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khara

Below is a concise population overview of Khara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,853 944 909
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 269 132 137
Scheduled Castes (SC) 45 24 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 942 611 331
Illiterate Population 911 333 578

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khara village:

  • The total population of Khara village is around 1,853, including approximately 944 males and 909 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 269 children aged 0–6 years in Khara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khara village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khara village is about 50.84%, with male literacy at 64.72% and female literacy at 36.41%.
  • There are around 336 households in Khara village.

Connectivity of Khara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khara. As per the 2011 stats, Khara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khara

Knowing the nearby villages of Khara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khara

Where is Khara located?
Khara village is situated in Bhabhar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khara?
Khara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khara?
The pincode of Khara is 385320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khara is 1,853, with 944 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Khara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khara village has a total of 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khara is 50.84%. The male literacy rate is 64.72%, while the female literacy rate is 36.41%.