Khakhara - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Khakhara is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Beerwah and around 16 km from Budgam. Khakhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhara is 000473. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 382315 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khakhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khakhara
As per Census 2011, Khakhara village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 481 males and 465 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 720 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khakhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 481 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 256 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 137 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 344 | 376 |
Transport and Connectivity of Khakhara
Khakhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khakhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khakhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khakhara
Where is Khakhara located?
Khakhara village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhara?
Khakhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhara?
The pincode of Khakhara is 382315.
What is the population of Khakhara?
Khakhara has a total population of 946, including 481 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Khakhara?
There are 95 households in Khakhara.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhara is 23.89%. Male literacy is 28.48% and female literacy is 19.14%.