Khijadiya - Mendarda, Junagadh
Khijadiya is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khijadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya is 514705. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.35 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khijadiya 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 Khijadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadiya village had a total population of 639 people, including 335 males and 304 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.26%, with male literacy at 85.57% and female literacy at 68.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 639 | 335 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 261 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 74 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya
Khijadiya 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 Khijadiya
Public transport in the Khijadiya 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 Khijadiya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khijadiya is about 36 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 Khijadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadiya 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 Khijadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijadiya 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 Khijadiya
Where is Khijadiya located?
Khijadiya village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khijadiya?
Khijadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadiya?
The pincode of Khijadiya is 362260.
What is the population of Khijadiya?
Khijadiya had a total population of 639, including 335 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya?
Khijadiya had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya was 77.26%. Male literacy was 85.57% and female literacy was 68.21%.