Khandhora - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Khandhora is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Danta and around 60 km from Palanpur. Kunvarsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandhora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandhora is 507893. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.26 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khandhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandhora
As per Census 2011, Khandhora village has a total population of 3,429 people, consisting of 1,766 males and 1,663 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 786 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,387 literate and 2,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,399 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandhora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,429 | 1,766 | 1,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 786 | 397 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,399 | 1,755 | 1,644 |
| Literate Population | 1,387 | 852 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,042 | 914 | 1,128 |
Nearby Villages of Khandhora
Khandhora 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 Khandhora
Khandhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Khandhora is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khandhora 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 Khandhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandhora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandhora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandhora
Where is Khandhora located?
Khandhora village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandhora is Kunvarsi.
What is the pincode of Khandhora?
The pincode of Khandhora is 385120.
What is the population of Khandhora?
Khandhora has a total population of 3,429, including 1,766 males and 1,663 females.
How many households are there in Khandhora?
There are 548 households in Khandhora.
What is the literacy rate in Khandhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandhora is 40.45%. Male literacy is 48.24% and female literacy is 32.17%.