Kharakadi - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Kharakadi is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kharakadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharakadi is 516300. The village covers a total geographical area of 881.05 hectares and falls under the 364260 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kharakadi 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 Kharakadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kharakadi village had a total population of 1,735 people, including 915 males and 820 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.20%, with male literacy at 79.79% and female literacy at 61.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,735 | 915 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 138 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 620 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 295 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Kharakadi
Kharakadi 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 Kharakadi
Public transport in the Kharakadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Kharakadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kharakadi is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharakadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharakadi 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 Kharakadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharakadi 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 Kharakadi
Where is Kharakadi located?
Kharakadi village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharakadi?
Kharakadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharakadi?
The pincode of Kharakadi is 364260.
What is the population of Kharakadi?
Kharakadi had a total population of 1,735, including 915 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Kharakadi?
Kharakadi had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharakadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharakadi was 71.20%. Male literacy was 79.79% and female literacy was 61.78%.