Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) is 508508. The village covers a total geographical area of 2266.71 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)
According to the 2011 Census, Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) village had a total population of 9,028 people, including 4,766 males and 4,262 females, living in 1,661 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.23%, with male literacy at 72.62% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 350, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 9,028 | 4,766 | 4,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,481 | 793 | 688 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 172 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,621 | 2,885 | 1,736 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,407 | 1,881 | 2,526 |
Nearby Villages of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) 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 Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) 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 Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)
Where is Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) located?
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)?
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)?
The pincode of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) is 385550.
What is the population of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)?
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) had a total population of 9,028, including 4,766 males and 4,262 females.
How many households are there in Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)?
Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) had 1,661 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khimana(Palodar Na Vas)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khimana(Palodar Na Vas) was 61.23%. Male literacy was 72.62% and female literacy was 48.57%.