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.

Here you can discover what makes Khandhera unique in its vibrant Kalavad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Khandhera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Khandhera has a total population of about 2,370, with approximately 1,169 males and 1,201 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 329 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.89%, with male literacy at about 51.92% and female literacy near 38.05%. There are around 482 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khandhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.