Khakhavi - Manavadar, Junagadh
Khakhavi is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khakhavi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhavi is 514390. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.82 hectares and falls under the 362630 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Khakhavi 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 Khakhavi
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhavi village had a total population of 349 people, including 175 males and 174 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.48%, with male literacy at 90.26% and female literacy at 66.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 349 | 175 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 139 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 36 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhavi
Khakhavi 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 Khakhavi
Public transport in the Khakhavi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manavadar to Khakhavi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khakhavi 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 Khakhavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhavi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khakhavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khakhavi
Where is Khakhavi located?
Khakhavi village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhavi?
Khakhavi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhavi?
The pincode of Khakhavi is 362630.
What is the population of Khakhavi?
Khakhavi had a total population of 349, including 175 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Khakhavi?
Khakhavi had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhavi was 78.48%. Male literacy was 90.26% and female literacy was 66.22%.