Khatal - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Khatal is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Danta and around 62 km from Palanpur. Ganapipli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatal is 507877. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.8 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khatal 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 Khatal
According to the 2011 Census, Khatal village had a total population of 182 people, including 95 males and 87 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.43%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 60 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 35 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Khatal
Khatal 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 Khatal
Public transport in the Khatal 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 Khatal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khatal is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khatal
Where is Khatal located?
Khatal village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatal is Ganapipli.
What is the pincode of Khatal?
The pincode of Khatal is 385110.
What is the population of Khatal?
Khatal had a total population of 182, including 95 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Khatal?
Khatal had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatal was 61.43%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.