Khatumba - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Khatumba is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Dwarka and around 165 km from Jamnagar. Khatumba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatumba is 513464. The village covers a total geographical area of 2748.29 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khatumba 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 Khatumba
As per Census 2011, Khatumba village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 363 males and 359 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 347 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatumba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 363 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 347 | 233 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 130 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Khatumba
Khatumba 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 Khatumba
Khatumba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarka to Khatumba is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Khatumba is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatumba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatumba 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 Khatumba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatumba 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 Khatumba
Where is Khatumba located?
Khatumba village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatumba?
Khatumba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatumba?
The pincode of Khatumba is 361335.
What is the population of Khatumba?
Khatumba has a total population of 722, including 363 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Khatumba?
There are 148 households in Khatumba.
What is the literacy rate in Khatumba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatumba is 48.06%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 31.75%.