Khirsara - Keshod, Junagadh
Khirsara 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 64 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khirsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirsara is 514737. The village covers a total geographical area of 1290.45 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khirsara 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 Khirsara
According to the 2011 Census, Khirsara village had a total population of 2,740 people, including 1,390 males and 1,350 females, living in 582 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.77%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 64.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 513, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 2,740 | 1,390 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 139 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 261 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,814 | 1,035 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 355 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Khirsara
Khirsara 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 Khirsara
Khirsara 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 Khirsara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khirsara is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirsara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khirsara
Where is Khirsara located?
Khirsara village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirsara?
Khirsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirsara?
The pincode of Khirsara is 362220.
What is the population of Khirsara?
Khirsara had a total population of 2,740, including 1,390 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Khirsara?
Khirsara had 582 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirsara was 73.77%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 64.49%.