Khamidana Village - Keshod, Junagadh
Khamidana is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khamidana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamidana is 514738. The village covers a total geographical area of 1644.44 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khamidana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamidana
As per Census 2011, Khamidana village has a total population of 2,814 people, consisting of 1,436 males and 1,378 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,819 literate and 995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamidana are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,814 | 1,436 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 166 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 287 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 109 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,819 | 1,059 | 760 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 377 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Khamidana
Khamidana 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 Khamidana
Khamidana 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 Keshod to Khamidana is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khamidana is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamidana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamidana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamidana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamidana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamidana
Where is Khamidana located?
Khamidana village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamidana?
Khamidana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamidana?
The pincode of Khamidana is 362220.
What is the population of Khamidana?
Khamidana has a total population of 2,814, including 1,436 males and 1,378 females.
How many households are there in Khamidana?
There are 524 households in Khamidana.
What is the literacy rate in Khamidana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamidana is 64.64%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 55.15%.