Khijadad
Khijadad is a village located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Khijadad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khijadad unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Khijadad’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 Khijadad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khijadad is 513969. The village spans a total geographical area of 2274.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361320. Khambhalia is nearest town to Khijadad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khijadad 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 Dwarka 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.
Google Map of Khijadad
Population of Khijadad
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadad has a total population of about 1,720, with approximately 913 males and 807 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.09%, with male literacy at about 75.47% and female literacy near 68.28%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khijadad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,720 | 913 | 807 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 112 | 67 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Literate Population | 1,240 | 689 | 551 |
Illiterate Population | 480 | 224 | 256 |
Connectivity of Khijadad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khijadad. As per the 2011 stats, Khijadad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khijadad
Knowing the nearby villages of Khijadad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khijadad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khijadad
- Where is Khijadad located?
- Khijadad village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khijadad?
- Khijadad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khijadad?
- The pincode of Khijadad is 361320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khijadad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khijadad is 1,720, with 913 males and 807 females.
- How many households are there in Khijadad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khijadad village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khijadad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khijadad is 72.09%. The male literacy rate is 75.47%, while the female literacy rate is 68.28%.