Kharedi - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Kharedi is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Kharedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharedi is 513855. The village covers a total geographical area of 3551.31 hectares and falls under the 360540 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kharedi 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 Kharedi
As per Census 2011, Kharedi village has a total population of 6,304 people, consisting of 3,220 males and 3,084 females. The village has 1,339 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,142 literate and 2,162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,304 | 3,220 | 3,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 286 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 303 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,142 | 2,291 | 1,851 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,162 | 929 | 1,233 |
Nearby Villages of Kharedi
Kharedi 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 Kharedi
Kharedi 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 Kharedi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Kharedi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharedi 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 Kharedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharedi 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 Kharedi
Where is Kharedi located?
Kharedi village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharedi?
Kharedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharedi?
The pincode of Kharedi is 360540.
What is the population of Kharedi?
Kharedi has a total population of 6,304, including 3,220 males and 3,084 females.
How many households are there in Kharedi?
There are 1,339 households in Kharedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kharedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharedi is 65.70%. Male literacy is 71.15% and female literacy is 60.02%.