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
As per Census 2011, Khopala village has a total population of 3,138 people, consisting of 1,575 males and 1,563 females. The village has 695 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,875 literate and 1,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khopala are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,138, including 1,575 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Khopala?
There are 695 households in Khopala.
What is the literacy rate in Khopala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khopala is 59.75%. Male literacy is 68.19% and female literacy is 51.25%.