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
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhara village had a total population of 946 people, including 481 males and 465 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.13%, with male literacy at 60.89% and female literacy at 37.87%.
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 | 946 | 481 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 256 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 946, including 481 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Khakhara?
Khakhara had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhara was 49.13%. Male literacy was 60.89% and female literacy was 37.87%.