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
As per Census 2011, Khokhra village has a total population of 1,768 people, consisting of 909 males and 859 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokhra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,768 | 909 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 147 | 112 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,768, including 909 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Khokhra?
There are 269 households in Khokhra.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhra is 56.90%. Male literacy is 68.76% and female literacy is 44.35%.