Khim Padar - Mendarda, Junagadh
Khim Padar is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khim Padar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khim Padar is 514676. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.28 hectares and falls under the 362263 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khim Padar 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 Khim Padar
As per Census 2011, Khim Padar village has a total population of 1,506 people, consisting of 758 males and 748 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khim Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,506 | 758 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 82 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 604 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 154 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Khim Padar
Khim Padar 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 Khim Padar
Khim Padar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Junagadh to Khim Padar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khim Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khim Padar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khim Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khim Padar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khim Padar
Where is Khim Padar located?
Khim Padar village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khim Padar?
Khim Padar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khim Padar?
The pincode of Khim Padar is 362263.
What is the population of Khim Padar?
Khim Padar has a total population of 1,506, including 758 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Khim Padar?
There are 294 households in Khim Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Khim Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khim Padar is 73.51%. Male literacy is 79.68% and female literacy is 67.25%.