Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) is 516477. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.44 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) 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 (Nonghanvadar)
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) village had a total population of 1,133 people, including 535 males and 598 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.67%, with male literacy at 82.59% and female literacy at 60.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,133 | 535 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 389 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 146 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)
Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) 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 (Nonghanvadar)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) is about 55 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 Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)
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 (Nonghanvadar) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)
Where is Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) located?
Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)?
Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)?
The pincode of Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) is 364230.
What is the population of Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)?
Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) had a total population of 1,133, including 535 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)?
Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya (Nonghanvadar) was 70.67%. Male literacy was 82.59% and female literacy was 60.04%.