Khopala - Gadhada, Botad
Khopala is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Gadhada and around 60 km from Bhavnagar. Khopala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khopala is 516152. The village covers a total geographical area of 2190.64 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khopala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khopala
According to the 2011 Census, Khopala village had a total population of 3,138 people, including 1,575 males and 1,563 females, living in 695 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.77%, with male literacy at 76.33% and female literacy at 57.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
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 | 3,138 | 1,575 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 168 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 167 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,875 | 1,074 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 501 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Khopala
Khopala 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 Khopala
Khopala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Khopala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Khopala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khopala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khopala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khopala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khopala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khopala
Where is Khopala located?
Khopala village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khopala?
Khopala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khopala?
The pincode of Khopala is 364320.
What is the population of Khopala?
Khopala had a total population of 3,138, including 1,575 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Khopala?
Khopala had 695 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khopala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khopala was 66.77%. Male literacy was 76.33% and female literacy was 57.17%.