Khadiya - Manavadar, Junagadh
Khadiya is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadiya is 514367. The village covers a total geographical area of 1083.66 hectares and falls under the 362640 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Khadiya village had a total population of 1,656 people, including 866 males and 790 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.88%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 65.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 1,656 | 866 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 95 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 184 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 633 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 233 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Khadiya
Khadiya 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 Khadiya
Public transport in the Khadiya 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 Manavadar to Khadiya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khadiya 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 Khadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadiya 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 Khadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadiya 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 Khadiya
Where is Khadiya located?
Khadiya village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadiya?
Khadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadiya?
The pincode of Khadiya is 362640.
What is the population of Khadiya?
Khadiya had a total population of 1,656, including 866 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Khadiya?
Khadiya had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadiya was 73.88%. Male literacy was 82.10% and female literacy was 65.10%.