Khandhera
Khandhera is a village located in Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kalavad (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Khandhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Khandhera has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khandhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandhera is 513775. The village spans a total geographical area of 3236.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361013. Kalavad is nearest town to Khandhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khandhera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Khandhera
Below is a concise population overview of Khandhera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,370 | 1,169 | 1,201 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 150 | 179 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
Literate Population | 1,064 | 607 | 457 |
Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 562 | 744 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandhera village:
- The total population of Khandhera village is around 2,370, including approximately 1,169 males and 1,201 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 329 children aged 0–6 years in Khandhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandhera village has 121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandhera village is about 44.89%, with male literacy at 51.92% and female literacy at 38.05%.
- There are around 482 households in Khandhera village.
Connectivity of Khandhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandhera. As per the 2011 stats, Khandhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandhera
- Where is Khandhera located?
- Khandhera village is situated in Kalavad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandhera?
- Khandhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khandhera?
- The pincode of Khandhera is 361013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khandhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandhera is 2,370, with 1,169 males and 1,201 females.
- How many households are there in Khandhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandhera village has a total of 482 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandhera is 44.89%. The male literacy rate is 51.92%, while the female literacy rate is 38.05%.