Khodvadari - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Khodvadari is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khodvadari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodvadari is 516444. The village covers a total geographical area of 887.63 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khodvadari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khodvadari
According to the 2011 Census, Khodvadari village had a total population of 2,005 people, including 1,064 males and 941 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.47%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 51.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 2,005 | 1,064 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 176 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 707 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 357 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Khodvadari
Khodvadari 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 Khodvadari
Khodvadari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Khodvadari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khodvadari is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodvadari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodvadari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khodvadari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodvadari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khodvadari
Where is Khodvadari located?
Khodvadari village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khodvadari?
Khodvadari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodvadari?
The pincode of Khodvadari is 364505.
What is the population of Khodvadari?
Khodvadari had a total population of 2,005, including 1,064 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Khodvadari?
Khodvadari had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodvadari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodvadari was 66.47%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 51.76%.