Khared - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Khared is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khared village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khared is 516802. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.16 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khared village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khared
As per Census 2011, Khared village has a total population of 4,250 people, consisting of 2,201 males and 2,049 females. The village has 682 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 713 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,761 literate and 2,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khared are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,250 | 2,201 | 2,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 369 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,761 | 1,201 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,489 | 1,000 | 1,489 |
Nearby Villages of Khared
Khared 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 Khared
Khared is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khared has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Khared is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khared is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khared
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khared village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khared
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khared village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khared
Where is Khared located?
Khared village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khared?
Khared is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khared?
The pincode of Khared is 364290.
What is the population of Khared?
Khared has a total population of 4,250, including 2,201 males and 2,049 females.
How many households are there in Khared?
There are 682 households in Khared.
What is the literacy rate in Khared?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khared is 41.44%. Male literacy is 54.57% and female literacy is 27.33%.