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.
Khijadad 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 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.
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Population of Khijadad
Below is a concise population overview of Khijadad 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khijadad village:
- The total population of Khijadad village is around 1,720, including approximately 913 males and 807 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Khijadad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khijadad village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khijadad village is about 72.09%, with male literacy at 75.47% and female literacy at 68.28%.
- There are around 329 households in Khijadad village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.