Khandhera - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Khandhera is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khandhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandhera is 516647. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164.35 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khandhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandhera
As per Census 2011, Khandhera village has a total population of 2,486 people, consisting of 1,200 males and 1,286 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 1,217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,486 | 1,200 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 151 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 751 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,217 | 449 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Khandhera
Khandhera 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 Khandhera
Khandhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Talaja to Khandhera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khandhera is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandhera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandhera
Where is Khandhera located?
Khandhera village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandhera?
Khandhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandhera?
The pincode of Khandhera is 364145.
What is the population of Khandhera?
Khandhera has a total population of 2,486, including 1,200 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Khandhera?
There are 382 households in Khandhera.
What is the literacy rate in Khandhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandhera is 51.05%. Male literacy is 62.58% and female literacy is 40.28%.