Khambha - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Khambha is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khambha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambha is 516382. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.63 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khambha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambha
As per Census 2011, Khambha village has a total population of 1,660 people, consisting of 863 males and 797 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khambha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,660 | 863 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 130 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 615 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 248 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Khambha
Khambha 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 Khambha
Public transport in the Khambha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khambha.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Khambha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khambha is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khambha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambha 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 Khambha
Where is Khambha located?
Khambha village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambha?
Khambha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambha?
The pincode of Khambha is 364240.
What is the population of Khambha?
Khambha has a total population of 1,660, including 863 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Khambha?
There are 274 households in Khambha.
What is the literacy rate in Khambha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambha is 60.84%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 49.56%.