Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is 516484. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.74 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) 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 Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)
As per Census 2011, Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 272 males and 308 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 272 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 214 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 58 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)
Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) 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 Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)
Public transport in the Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka).
| 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 Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)
Where is Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) located?
Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)?
Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)?
The pincode of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is 364270.
What is the population of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)?
Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) has a total population of 580, including 272 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)?
There are 136 households in Khijadiya(Mokhadaka).
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya(Mokhadaka)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya(Mokhadaka) is 69.31%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 61.04%.