Khermal - Danta, Banas Kantha
Khermal is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khermal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khermal is 507874. The village covers a total geographical area of 948.56 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khermal 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 Khermal
According to the 2011 Census, Khermal village had a total population of 1,975 people, including 997 males and 978 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.11%, with male literacy at 60.59% and female literacy at 39.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,971.
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 | 1,975 | 997 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 289 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,971 | 994 | 977 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 429 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,262 | 568 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Khermal
Khermal 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 Khermal
Khermal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ambaji to Khermal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khermal is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khermal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khermal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khermal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khermal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khermal
Where is Khermal located?
Khermal village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khermal?
Khermal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khermal?
The pincode of Khermal is 385110.
What is the population of Khermal?
Khermal had a total population of 1,975, including 997 males and 978 females.
How many households are there in Khermal?
Khermal had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khermal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khermal was 50.11%. Male literacy was 60.59% and female literacy was 39.72%.