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. Khaparol 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
As per Census 2011, Khaprol village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 527 males and 523 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 460 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaprol are given below:
| 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 Khaparol.
What is the pincode of Khaprol?
The pincode of Khaprol is 385310.
What is the population of Khaprol?
Khaprol has a total population of 1,050, including 527 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Khaprol?
There are 149 households in Khaprol.
What is the literacy rate in Khaprol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaprol is 43.81%. Male literacy is 56.74% and female literacy is 30.78%.