Khakhariya - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Khakhariya is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khakhariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhariya is 516474. The village covers a total geographical area of 718.3 hectares and falls under the 364250 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khakhariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhariya
As per Census 2011, Khakhariya village has a total population of 1,966 people, consisting of 919 males and 1,047 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khakhariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 919 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 77 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 145 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 652 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 267 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhariya
Khakhariya 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 Khakhariya
Khakhariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khakhariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Khakhariya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khakhariya is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khakhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khakhariya
Where is Khakhariya located?
Khakhariya village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhariya?
Khakhariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhariya?
The pincode of Khakhariya is 364250.
What is the population of Khakhariya?
Khakhariya has a total population of 1,966, including 919 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Khakhariya?
There are 426 households in Khakhariya.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhariya is 64.80%. Male literacy is 70.95% and female literacy is 59.41%.