Khimrana - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Khimrana is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Jamnagar and around 11 km from Jamnagar. Khimrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khimrana is 513594. The village covers a total geographical area of 1648.82 hectares and falls under the 361120 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khimrana 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 Khimrana
According to the 2011 Census, Khimrana village had a total population of 5,444 people, including 2,774 males and 2,670 females, living in 977 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.60%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 64.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 5,444 | 2,774 | 2,670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 359 | 337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,447 | 1,937 | 1,510 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,997 | 837 | 1,160 |
Nearby Villages of Khimrana
Khimrana 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 Khimrana
Public transport in the Khimrana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khimrana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jamnagar to Khimrana is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khimrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khimrana 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 Khimrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khimrana 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 Khimrana
Where is Khimrana located?
Khimrana village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khimrana?
Khimrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khimrana?
The pincode of Khimrana is 361120.
What is the population of Khimrana?
Khimrana had a total population of 5,444, including 2,774 males and 2,670 females.
How many households are there in Khimrana?
Khimrana had 977 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khimrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khimrana was 72.60%. Male literacy was 80.21% and female literacy was 64.72%.