Khara Vedha - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Khara Vedha is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Jamnagar and around 50 km from Jamnagar. Khara Vedha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara Vedha is 513641. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.7 hectares and falls under the 361130 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khara Vedha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khara Vedha
As per Census 2011, Khara Vedha village has a total population of 755 people, consisting of 374 males and 381 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khara Vedha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 755 | 374 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 289 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 85 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Khara Vedha
Khara Vedha 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 Khara Vedha
Khara Vedha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Khara Vedha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Khara Vedha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khara Vedha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara Vedha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khara Vedha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara Vedha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khara Vedha
Where is Khara Vedha located?
Khara Vedha village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khara Vedha?
Khara Vedha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khara Vedha?
The pincode of Khara Vedha is 361130.
What is the population of Khara Vedha?
Khara Vedha has a total population of 755, including 374 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Khara Vedha?
There are 153 households in Khara Vedha.
What is the literacy rate in Khara Vedha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara Vedha is 67.55%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 58.01%.