Khaprol - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Khaprol is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Nenava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaprol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaprol is 507615. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.16 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Khaprol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaprol
According to the 2011 Census, Khaprol village had a total population of 1,050 people, including 527 males and 523 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.80%, with male literacy at 70.52% and female literacy at 37.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 1,050 | 527 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 299 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 228 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Khaprol
Khaprol 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 Khaprol
Public transport in the Khaprol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Khaprol is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khaprol is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaprol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaprol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khaprol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaprol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaprol
Where is Khaprol located?
Khaprol village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaprol?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaprol is Nenava.
What is the pincode of Khaprol?
The pincode of Khaprol is 385310.
What is the population of Khaprol?
Khaprol had a total population of 1,050, including 527 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Khaprol?
Khaprol had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaprol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaprol was 53.80%. Male literacy was 70.52% and female literacy was 37.35%.