Khad Dhoraji - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Khad Dhoraji is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Khad Dhoraji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khad Dhoraji is 513833. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053.85 hectares and falls under the 361162 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khad Dhoraji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khad Dhoraji
According to the 2011 Census, Khad Dhoraji village had a total population of 895 people, including 450 males and 445 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 88.69% and female literacy at 66.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279.
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 | 895 | 450 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 345 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 105 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Khad Dhoraji
Khad Dhoraji 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 Khad Dhoraji
Public transport in the Khad Dhoraji is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khad Dhoraji is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Khad Dhoraji is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khad Dhoraji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khad Dhoraji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khad Dhoraji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khad Dhoraji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khad Dhoraji
Where is Khad Dhoraji located?
Khad Dhoraji village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khad Dhoraji?
Khad Dhoraji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khad Dhoraji?
The pincode of Khad Dhoraji is 361162.
What is the population of Khad Dhoraji?
Khad Dhoraji had a total population of 895, including 450 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Khad Dhoraji?
Khad Dhoraji had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khad Dhoraji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khad Dhoraji was 77.36%. Male literacy was 88.69% and female literacy was 66.50%.