Khirasara - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Khirasara is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from Kalyanpur and around 100 km from Jamnagar. Khirasara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirasara is 513990. The village covers a total geographical area of 2077.2 hectares and falls under the 361325 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khirasara 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 Khirasara
According to the 2011 Census, Khirasara village had a total population of 3,180 people, including 1,652 males and 1,528 females, living in 620 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.15%, with male literacy at 73.48% and female literacy at 58.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 3,180 | 1,652 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 219 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,845 | 1,053 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,335 | 599 | 736 |
Nearby Villages of Khirasara
Khirasara 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 Khirasara
Public transport in the Khirasara 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 Khirasara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Khirasara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirasara 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 Khirasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirasara 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 Khirasara
Where is Khirasara located?
Khirasara village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirasara?
Khirasara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirasara?
The pincode of Khirasara is 361325.
What is the population of Khirasara?
Khirasara had a total population of 3,180, including 1,652 males and 1,528 females.
How many households are there in Khirasara?
Khirasara had 620 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirasara was 66.15%. Male literacy was 73.48% and female literacy was 58.41%.