Khokhra - Dhanpur, Dahod
Khokhra is a village situated in the Dhanpur taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Dhanpur and around 40 km from Dohad. Khokhra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhra is 519635. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.84 hectares and falls under the 389382 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khokhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhra
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhra village had a total population of 1,768 people, including 909 males and 859 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 51.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 1,768 | 909 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 147 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 625 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 284 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhra
Khokhra 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 Khokhra
Khokhra 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Khokhra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Khokhra is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhra 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 Khokhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khokhra
Where is Khokhra located?
Khokhra village is located in Dhanpur Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhra?
Khokhra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khokhra?
The pincode of Khokhra is 389382.
What is the population of Khokhra?
Khokhra had a total population of 1,768, including 909 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Khokhra?
Khokhra had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhra was 66.67%. Male literacy was 82.02% and female literacy was 51.00%.