Khuado - Abdasa, Kachchh
Khuado is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Khunada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuado village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuado is 507187. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.97 hectares and falls under the 370490 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Khuado village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuado
According to the 2011 Census, Khuado village had a total population of 469 people, including 248 males and 221 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 65.10%.
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 | 469 | 248 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 175 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 73 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Khuado
Khuado 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 Khuado
Khuado is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Khuado is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuado
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuado village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khuado
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuado village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuado
Where is Khuado located?
Khuado village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khuado?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuado is Khunada.
What is the pincode of Khuado?
The pincode of Khuado is 370490.
What is the population of Khuado?
Khuado had a total population of 469, including 248 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Khuado?
Khuado had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuado?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuado was 74.63%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 65.10%.