Khambha - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Khambha is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Sutrapada and around 115 km from Junagadh. Khambha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambha is 515056. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.15 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khambha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambha
According to the 2011 Census, Khambha village had a total population of 1,800 people, including 907 males and 893 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 63.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 1,800 | 907 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 668 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 239 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Khambha
Khambha 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 Khambha
Khambha 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 Kodinar to Khambha is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khambha is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khambha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khambha
Where is Khambha located?
Khambha village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambha?
Khambha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambha?
The pincode of Khambha is 362268.
What is the population of Khambha?
Khambha had a total population of 1,800, including 907 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Khambha?
Khambha had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambha was 73.33%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 63.62%.