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
According to the 2011 Census, Khim Padar village had a total population of 1,506 people, including 758 males and 748 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.98%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 72.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 1,506 | 758 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 82 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,506, including 758 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Khim Padar?
Khim Padar had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khim Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khim Padar was 80.98%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 72.79%.