Khajudra - Una, Gir Somnath
Khajudra is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Una and around 160 km from Junagadh. Khajudra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajudra is 515362. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.69 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khajudra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajudra
According to the 2011 Census, Khajudra village had a total population of 3,140 people, including 1,622 males and 1,518 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.50%, with male literacy at 62.66% and female literacy at 37.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,140 | 1,622 | 1,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 275 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,317 | 844 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,823 | 778 | 1,045 |
Nearby Villages of Khajudra
Khajudra 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 Khajudra
Khajudra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khajudra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Khajudra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khajudra is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajudra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajudra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khajudra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajudra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajudra
Where is Khajudra located?
Khajudra village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajudra?
Khajudra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khajudra?
The pincode of Khajudra is 362560.
What is the population of Khajudra?
Khajudra had a total population of 3,140, including 1,622 males and 1,518 females.
How many households are there in Khajudra?
Khajudra had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajudra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajudra was 50.50%. Male literacy was 62.66% and female literacy was 37.51%.