Khadosan - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Khadosan is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khardosan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadosan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadosan is 508363. The village covers a total geographical area of 1038.51 hectares and falls under the 385540 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khadosan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadosan
According to the 2011 Census, Khadosan village had a total population of 4,968 people, including 2,547 males and 2,421 females, living in 912 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.59%, with male literacy at 82.51% and female literacy at 52.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 839.
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 | 4,968 | 2,547 | 2,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 735 | 397 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 450 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,861 | 1,774 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,107 | 773 | 1,334 |
Nearby Villages of Khadosan
Khadosan 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 Khadosan
Khadosan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Khadosan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Khadosan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khadosan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadosan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadosan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khadosan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadosan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khadosan
Where is Khadosan located?
Khadosan village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadosan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadosan is Khardosan.
What is the pincode of Khadosan?
The pincode of Khadosan is 385540.
What is the population of Khadosan?
Khadosan had a total population of 4,968, including 2,547 males and 2,421 females.
How many households are there in Khadosan?
Khadosan had 912 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadosan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadosan was 67.59%. Male literacy was 82.51% and female literacy was 52.18%.