Khorda
Khorda is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Khorda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khorda unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Khorda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khorda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khorda is 507605. The village spans a total geographical area of 733.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385535. Tharad is nearest town to Khorda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khorda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khorda
Population of Khorda
According to the 2011 Census, Khorda has a total population of about 2,423, with approximately 1,292 males and 1,131 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 458 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 281. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.83%, with male literacy at about 65.40% and female literacy near 38.46%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khorda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,423 | 1,292 | 1,131 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 264 | 194 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 151 | 155 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 152 | 129 |
Literate Population | 1,280 | 845 | 435 |
Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 447 | 696 |
Connectivity of Khorda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khorda. As per the 2011 stats, Khorda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khorda
Knowing the nearby villages of Khorda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khorda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khorda
- Where is Khorda located?
- Khorda village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khorda?
- Khorda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khorda?
- The pincode of Khorda is 385535, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khorda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khorda is 2,423, with 1,292 males and 1,131 females.
- How many households are there in Khorda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khorda village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khorda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khorda is 52.83%. The male literacy rate is 65.40%, while the female literacy rate is 38.46%.