Okhamadhi - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Okhamadhi is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Dwarka and around 165 km from Jamnagar. Okhamadhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okhamadhi is 513484. The village covers a total geographical area of 1505.16 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Okhamadhi 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 Okhamadhi
According to the 2011 Census, Okhamadhi village had a total population of 716 people, including 388 males and 328 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.40%, with male literacy at 81.52% and female literacy at 42.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 716 | 388 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 85 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 247 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 141 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Okhamadhi
Okhamadhi 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 Okhamadhi
Okhamadhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Okhamadhi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarka to Okhamadhi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Okhamadhi 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 Okhamadhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okhamadhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Okhamadhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okhamadhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Okhamadhi
Where is Okhamadhi located?
Okhamadhi village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okhamadhi?
Okhamadhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Okhamadhi?
The pincode of Okhamadhi is 361335.
What is the population of Okhamadhi?
Okhamadhi had a total population of 716, including 388 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Okhamadhi?
Okhamadhi had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okhamadhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okhamadhi was 63.40%. Male literacy was 81.52% and female literacy was 42.91%.