Khimat - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Khimat is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khimat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khimat is 507686. The village covers a total geographical area of 4223.53 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khimat 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 Khimat
As per Census 2011, Khimat village has a total population of 9,483 people, consisting of 4,800 males and 4,683 females. The village has 1,671 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,319 literate and 5,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 888 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khimat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,483 | 4,800 | 4,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,623 | 866 | 757 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 888 | 458 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 4,319 | 2,807 | 1,512 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,164 | 1,993 | 3,171 |
Nearby Villages of Khimat
Khimat 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 Khimat
Khimat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khimat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Khimat is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khimat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khimat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khimat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khimat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khimat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khimat
Where is Khimat located?
Khimat village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khimat?
Khimat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khimat?
The pincode of Khimat is 385545.
What is the population of Khimat?
Khimat has a total population of 9,483, including 4,800 males and 4,683 females.
How many households are there in Khimat?
There are 1,671 households in Khimat.
What is the literacy rate in Khimat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khimat is 45.54%. Male literacy is 58.48% and female literacy is 32.29%.