Khodla - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Khodla is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khodla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodla is 508504. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.83 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khodla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khodla
According to the 2011 Census, Khodla village had a total population of 1,878 people, including 989 males and 889 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.66%, with male literacy at 73.01% and female literacy at 44.81%.
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 | 1,878 | 989 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 625 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 364 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Khodla
Khodla 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 Khodla
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khodla. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Khodla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Khodla is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khodla is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khodla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khodla
Where is Khodla located?
Khodla village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodla?
Khodla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodla?
The pincode of Khodla is 385550.
What is the population of Khodla?
Khodla had a total population of 1,878, including 989 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Khodla?
Khodla had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodla was 59.66%. Male literacy was 73.01% and female literacy was 44.81%.