Khanot - Lakhpat, Kachchh
Khanot is a village situated in the Lakhpat taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dayapar and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Mindhiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanot is 506459. The village covers a total geographical area of 1654.43 hectares and falls under the 370601 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Khanot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanot
According to the 2011 Census, Khanot village had a total population of 351 people, including 171 males and 180 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.94%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 56.16%.
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 | 351 | 171 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 73 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Khanot
Khanot 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 Khanot
Khanot 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 | No | Available within >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 Khanot is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanot 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 Khanot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanot 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 Khanot
Where is Khanot located?
Khanot village is located in Lakhpat Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanot is Mindhiyari.
What is the pincode of Khanot?
The pincode of Khanot is 370601.
What is the population of Khanot?
Khanot had a total population of 351, including 171 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Khanot?
Khanot had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanot was 62.94%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 56.16%.