Khantadi - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Khantadi is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khantadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khantadi is 516298. The village covers a total geographical area of 750.26 hectares and falls under the 364002 pincode. Bhavnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khantadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khantadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khantadi village had a total population of 1,699 people, including 892 males and 807 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.71%, with male literacy at 86.66% and female literacy at 72.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,699 | 892 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 150 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 643 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 249 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Khantadi
Khantadi 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 Khantadi
Public transport in the Khantadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhavnagar to Khantadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khantadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khantadi 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 Khantadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khantadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khantadi
Where is Khantadi located?
Khantadi village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khantadi?
Khantadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khantadi?
The pincode of Khantadi is 364002.
What is the population of Khantadi?
Khantadi had a total population of 1,699, including 892 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Khantadi?
Khantadi had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khantadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khantadi was 79.71%. Male literacy was 86.66% and female literacy was 72.31%.