Khambhaliya - Bhesan, Junagadh
Khambhaliya is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khambhaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambhaliya is 514532. The village covers a total geographical area of 1767.3 hectares and falls under the 362030 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khambhaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambhaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Khambhaliya village had a total population of 3,153 people, including 1,620 males and 1,533 females, living in 591 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.49%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 68.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 648.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,153 | 1,620 | 1,533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 148 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 339 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,206 | 1,232 | 974 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 388 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Khambhaliya
Khambhaliya 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 Khambhaliya
Public transport in the Khambhaliya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Khambhaliya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khambhaliya is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambhaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambhaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khambhaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambhaliya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khambhaliya
Where is Khambhaliya located?
Khambhaliya village is located in Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khambhaliya?
Khambhaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambhaliya?
The pincode of Khambhaliya is 362030.
What is the population of Khambhaliya?
Khambhaliya had a total population of 3,153, including 1,620 males and 1,533 females.
How many households are there in Khambhaliya?
Khambhaliya had 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambhaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambhaliya was 76.49%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 68.98%.