Khodada - Mangrol, Junagadh
Khodada is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khodada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodada is 514835. The village covers a total geographical area of 906.26 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khodada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khodada
According to the 2011 Census, Khodada village had a total population of 1,453 people, including 765 males and 688 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 77.83% and female literacy at 57.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 357, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 835.
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 | 1,453 | 765 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 129 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 192 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 835 | 430 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 495 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 270 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Khodada
Khodada 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 Khodada
Khodada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khodada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Khodada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khodada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khodada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khodada
Where is Khodada located?
Khodada village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodada?
Khodada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodada?
The pincode of Khodada is 362245.
What is the population of Khodada?
Khodada had a total population of 1,453, including 765 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Khodada?
Khodada had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodada was 68.28%. Male literacy was 77.83% and female literacy was 57.83%.