Khanay - Abdasa, Kachchh
Khanay is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Khanay village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanay is 507098. The village covers a total geographical area of 2062.28 hectares and falls under the 370650 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khanay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanay
According to the 2011 Census, Khanay village had a total population of 675 people, including 357 males and 318 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.35%, with male literacy at 69.67% and female literacy at 49.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 675 | 357 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 209 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 148 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Khanay
Khanay 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 Khanay
Khanay 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Khanay is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanay 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 Khanay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanay 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 Khanay
Where is Khanay located?
Khanay village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanay?
Khanay is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanay?
The pincode of Khanay is 370650.
What is the population of Khanay?
Khanay had a total population of 675, including 357 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Khanay?
Khanay had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanay was 60.35%. Male literacy was 69.67% and female literacy was 49.81%.