Khadak - Lakhpat, Kachchh
Khadak is a village situated in the Lakhpat taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dayapar and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Julrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadak is 506492. The village covers a total geographical area of 2913.69 hectares and falls under the 370655 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Khadak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khadak
According to the 2011 Census, Khadak village had a total population of 467 people, including 249 males and 218 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.40%, with male literacy at 56.32% and female literacy at 40.24%.
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 | 467 | 249 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 75 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 98 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 151 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Khadak
Khadak 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 Khadak
Khadak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khadak is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadak 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 Khadak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadak 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 Khadak
Where is Khadak located?
Khadak village is located in Lakhpat Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadak?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadak is Julrai.
What is the pincode of Khadak?
The pincode of Khadak is 370655.
What is the population of Khadak?
Khadak had a total population of 467, including 249 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Khadak?
Khadak had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadak was 48.40%. Male literacy was 56.32% and female literacy was 40.24%.