Kheda - Una, Gir Somnath
Kheda is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Una and around 198 km from Junagadh. Kheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheda is 515365. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.2 hectares and falls under the 362550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kheda 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 Kheda
As per Census 2011, Kheda village has a total population of 2,052 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 1,003 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 973 literate and 1,079 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,052 | 1,049 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 181 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 587 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 462 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Kheda
Kheda 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 Kheda
Public transport in the Kheda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Kheda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kheda is about 198 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kheda
Where is Kheda located?
Kheda village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheda?
Kheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kheda?
The pincode of Kheda is 362550.
What is the population of Kheda?
Kheda has a total population of 2,052, including 1,049 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Kheda?
There are 360 households in Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheda is 47.42%. Male literacy is 55.96% and female literacy is 38.48%.