Khatriwada - Una, Gir Somnath
Khatriwada is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Una and around 190 km from Junagadh. Khatriwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatriwada is 515326. The village covers a total geographical area of 767.4 hectares and falls under the 362550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khatriwada 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 Khatriwada
According to the 2011 Census, Khatriwada village had a total population of 2,936 people, including 1,495 males and 1,441 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.49%, with male literacy at 71.00% and female literacy at 39.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 2,936 | 1,495 | 1,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 209 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 117 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,390 | 913 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,546 | 582 | 964 |
Nearby Villages of Khatriwada
Khatriwada 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 Khatriwada
Public transport in the Khatriwada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khatriwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khatriwada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khatriwada is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatriwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatriwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatriwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatriwada 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 Khatriwada
Where is Khatriwada located?
Khatriwada village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatriwada?
Khatriwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatriwada?
The pincode of Khatriwada is 362550.
What is the population of Khatriwada?
Khatriwada had a total population of 2,936, including 1,495 males and 1,441 females.
How many households are there in Khatriwada?
Khatriwada had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatriwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatriwada was 55.49%. Male literacy was 71.00% and female literacy was 39.13%.