Khijadad - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Khijadad is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Kalyanpur and around 95 km from Jamnagar. Khijadad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadad is 513969. The village covers a total geographical area of 2274.9 hectares and falls under the 361320 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khijadad 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 Khijadad
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadad village had a total population of 1,720 people, including 913 males and 807 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.47%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 74.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,720 | 913 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 112 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 689 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 224 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadad
Khijadad 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 Khijadad
Public transport in the Khijadad 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 Khijadad is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Khijadad is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijadad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadad 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 Khijadad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijadad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khijadad
Where is Khijadad located?
Khijadad village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijadad?
Khijadad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadad?
The pincode of Khijadad is 361320.
What is the population of Khijadad?
Khijadad had a total population of 1,720, including 913 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Khijadad?
Khijadad had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadad was 80.47%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 74.46%.