Khatsura - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Khatsura is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khatsura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatsura is 516750. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.54 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khatsura 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 Khatsura
As per Census 2011, Khatsura village has a total population of 3,123 people, consisting of 1,514 males and 1,609 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,694 literate and 1,429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatsura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,123 | 1,514 | 1,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 259 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 1,006 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 508 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Khatsura
Khatsura 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 Khatsura
Khatsura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khatsura 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 Khatsura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khatsura is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatsura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatsura 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 Khatsura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatsura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatsura
Where is Khatsura located?
Khatsura village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatsura?
Khatsura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatsura?
The pincode of Khatsura is 364295.
What is the population of Khatsura?
Khatsura has a total population of 3,123, including 1,514 males and 1,609 females.
How many households are there in Khatsura?
There are 487 households in Khatsura.
What is the literacy rate in Khatsura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatsura is 54.24%. Male literacy is 66.45% and female literacy is 42.76%.