Khardi - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Khardi is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Khardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardi is 516642. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.92 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khardi 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 Khardi
As per Census 2011, Khardi village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 702 males and 679 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 702 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 390 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 312 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Khardi
Khardi 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 Khardi
Khardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khardi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khardi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khardi
Where is Khardi located?
Khardi village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardi?
Khardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khardi?
The pincode of Khardi is 364145.
What is the population of Khardi?
Khardi has a total population of 1,381, including 702 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Khardi?
There are 218 households in Khardi.
What is the literacy rate in Khardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardi is 44.10%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 32.25%.