Khentva - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Khentva is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khentva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khentva is 508357. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.01 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khentva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khentva
According to the 2011 Census, Khentva village had a total population of 1,857 people, including 943 males and 914 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 78.25% and female literacy at 49.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 1,857 | 943 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 626 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 317 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Khentva
Khentva 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 Khentva
Khentva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khentva has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khentva is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khentva is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khentva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khentva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khentva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khentva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khentva
Where is Khentva located?
Khentva village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khentva?
Khentva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khentva?
The pincode of Khentva is 385530.
What is the population of Khentva?
Khentva had a total population of 1,857, including 943 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Khentva?
Khentva had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khentva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khentva was 63.91%. Male literacy was 78.25% and female literacy was 49.30%.