Khijadiya
Khijadiya is a village located in Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mendarda (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Khijadiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Khijadiya has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khijadiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khijadiya is 514705. The village spans a total geographical area of 693.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362260. Keshod is nearest town to Khijadiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khijadiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khijadiya
Population of Khijadiya
Below is a concise population overview of Khijadiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 335 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 452 | 261 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 74 | 113 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khijadiya village:
- The total population of Khijadiya village is around 639, including approximately 335 males and 304 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Khijadiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khijadiya village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Khijadiya village is about 70.74%, with male literacy at 77.91% and female literacy at 62.83%.
- There are around 128 households in Khijadiya village.
Connectivity of Khijadiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khijadiya. As per the 2011 stats, Khijadiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Khijadiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khijadiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khijadiya
- Where is Khijadiya located?
- Khijadiya village is situated in Mendarda Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khijadiya?
- Khijadiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khijadiya?
- The pincode of Khijadiya is 362260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khijadiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khijadiya is 639, with 335 males and 304 females.
- How many households are there in Khijadiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khijadiya village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khijadiya is 70.74%. The male literacy rate is 77.91%, while the female literacy rate is 62.83%.