Khari - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Khari is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari is 516705. The village covers a total geographical area of 1012.15 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khari 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 Khari
According to the 2011 Census, Khari village had a total population of 3,455 people, including 1,748 males and 1,707 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.28%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 47.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 3,455 | 1,748 | 1,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 275 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,844 | 1,137 | 707 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 611 | 1,000 |
Nearby Villages of Khari
Khari 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 Khari
Khari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Khari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khari is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khari
Where is Khari located?
Khari village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari?
Khari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khari?
The pincode of Khari is 364295.
What is the population of Khari?
Khari had a total population of 3,455, including 1,748 males and 1,707 females.
How many households are there in Khari?
Khari had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari was 62.28%. Male literacy was 77.19% and female literacy was 47.51%.