Khakharda - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Khakharda is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Kalyanpur and around 110 km from Jamnagar. Khakharda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakharda is 513958. The village covers a total geographical area of 3297.62 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khakharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakharda
As per Census 2011, Khakharda village has a total population of 2,307 people, consisting of 1,172 males and 1,135 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,394 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khakharda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,307 | 1,172 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 172 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 72 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 771 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 401 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Khakharda
Khakharda 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 Khakharda
Public transport in the Khakharda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khambhalia to Khakharda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Khakharda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khakharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakharda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khakharda
Where is Khakharda located?
Khakharda village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakharda?
Khakharda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakharda?
The pincode of Khakharda is 361315.
What is the population of Khakharda?
Khakharda has a total population of 2,307, including 1,172 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Khakharda?
There are 460 households in Khakharda.
What is the literacy rate in Khakharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakharda is 60.42%. Male literacy is 65.78% and female literacy is 54.89%.