Khijadiya - Visavadar, Junagadh
Khijadiya is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Khijadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya is 514598. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.79 hectares and falls under the 362110 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadiya village had a total population of 902 people, including 453 males and 449 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.98%, with male literacy at 86.17% and female literacy at 73.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 902 | 453 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 349 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 104 | 147 |
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
Khijadiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khijadiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Khijadiya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khijadiya is about 30 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khijadiya
Where is Khijadiya located?
Khijadiya village is located in Visavadar 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 362110.
What is the population of Khijadiya?
Khijadiya had a total population of 902, including 453 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya?
Khijadiya had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya was 79.98%. Male literacy was 86.17% and female literacy was 73.84%.