Khan Kotda - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Khan Kotda is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Khan Kotda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khan Kotda is 513776. The village covers a total geographical area of 2249.05 hectares and falls under the 361013 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khan Kotda 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 Khan Kotda
As per Census 2011, Khan Kotda village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 739 males and 744 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 950 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khan Kotda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 739 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 76 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 529 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 210 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Khan Kotda
Khan Kotda 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 Khan Kotda
Khan Kotda 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 >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 Khan Kotda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Khan Kotda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khan Kotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khan Kotda 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 Khan Kotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khan Kotda 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 Khan Kotda
Where is Khan Kotda located?
Khan Kotda village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khan Kotda?
Khan Kotda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khan Kotda?
The pincode of Khan Kotda is 361013.
What is the population of Khan Kotda?
Khan Kotda has a total population of 1,483, including 739 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Khan Kotda?
There are 319 households in Khan Kotda.
What is the literacy rate in Khan Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan Kotda is 64.06%. Male literacy is 71.58% and female literacy is 56.59%.