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
As per Census 2011, Khantadi village has a total population of 1,699 people, consisting of 892 males and 807 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,147 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khantadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,699 | 892 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 150 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,699, including 892 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Khantadi?
There are 322 households in Khantadi.
What is the literacy rate in Khantadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khantadi is 67.51%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 62.45%.