Khambha Gir - Visavadar, Junagadh
Khambha Gir is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khambha Gir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambha Gir is 514637. The village covers a total geographical area of 720.34 hectares and falls under the 362130 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khambha Gir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambha Gir
According to the 2011 Census, Khambha Gir village had a total population of 1,733 people, including 889 males and 844 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.30%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 65.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 1,733 | 889 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 663 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 226 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Khambha Gir
Khambha Gir 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 Khambha Gir
Khambha Gir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khambha Gir.
| 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 Visavadar to Khambha Gir is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khambha Gir is about 38 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 Khambha Gir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambha Gir 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 Khambha Gir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambha Gir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khambha Gir
Where is Khambha Gir located?
Khambha Gir village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambha Gir?
Khambha Gir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambha Gir?
The pincode of Khambha Gir is 362130.
What is the population of Khambha Gir?
Khambha Gir had a total population of 1,733, including 889 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Khambha Gir?
Khambha Gir had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambha Gir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambha Gir was 74.30%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 65.76%.