Khapat - Una, Gir Somnath
Khapat is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Una and around 165 km from Junagadh. Khapat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapat is 515288. The village covers a total geographical area of 779.11 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khapat 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 Khapat
According to the 2011 Census, Khapat village had a total population of 3,001 people, including 1,551 males and 1,450 females, living in 515 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.05%, with male literacy at 88.45% and female literacy at 60.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 531.
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 | 3,001 | 1,551 | 1,450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 235 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 263 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,910 | 1,164 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 387 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Khapat
Khapat 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 Khapat
Khapat 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 Khapat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khapat is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khapat is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khapat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khapat
Where is Khapat located?
Khapat village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khapat?
Khapat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khapat?
The pincode of Khapat is 362530.
What is the population of Khapat?
Khapat had a total population of 3,001, including 1,551 males and 1,450 females.
How many households are there in Khapat?
Khapat had 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapat was 75.05%. Male literacy was 88.45% and female literacy was 60.70%.