Khan - Una, Gir Somnath
Khan is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Una and around 155 km from Junagadh. Khan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khan is 515360. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.98 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khan 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 Khan
As per Census 2011, Khan village has a total population of 1,794 people, consisting of 907 males and 887 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 960 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,794 | 907 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 139 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 960 | 574 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 333 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Khan
Khan 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 Khan
Public transport in the Khan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khan.
| 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 Khan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khan is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khan
Where is Khan located?
Khan village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khan?
Khan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khan?
The pincode of Khan is 362510.
What is the population of Khan?
Khan has a total population of 1,794, including 907 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Khan?
There are 324 households in Khan.
What is the literacy rate in Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan is 53.51%. Male literacy is 63.29% and female literacy is 43.52%.