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
According to the 2011 Census, Khan village had a total population of 1,794 people, including 907 males and 887 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.70%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 50.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 1,794 | 907 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 139 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,794, including 907 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Khan?
Khan had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan was 62.70%. Male literacy was 74.74% and female literacy was 50.59%.