Khirsara (Gunau) - Lakhpat, Kachchh
Khirsara (Gunau) is a village situated in the Lakhpat taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dayapar and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Pipar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirsara (Gunau) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirsara (Gunau) is 506510. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.8 hectares and falls under the 370655 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 160 km away.
Khirsara (Gunau) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirsara (Gunau)
According to the 2011 Census, Khirsara (Gunau) village had a total population of 144 people, including 79 males and 65 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 823 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.85%, with male literacy at 64.06% and female literacy at 50.88%.
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 | 144 | 79 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 38 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Khirsara (Gunau)
Khirsara (Gunau) 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 Khirsara (Gunau)
Khirsara (Gunau) 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 Khirsara (Gunau) is about 160 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirsara (Gunau)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirsara (Gunau) 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 Khirsara (Gunau)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirsara (Gunau) 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 Khirsara (Gunau)
Where is Khirsara (Gunau) located?
Khirsara (Gunau) village is located in Lakhpat Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khirsara (Gunau)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirsara (Gunau) is Pipar.
What is the pincode of Khirsara (Gunau)?
The pincode of Khirsara (Gunau) is 370655.
What is the population of Khirsara (Gunau)?
Khirsara (Gunau) had a total population of 144, including 79 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Khirsara (Gunau)?
Khirsara (Gunau) had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirsara (Gunau)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirsara (Gunau) was 57.85%. Male literacy was 64.06% and female literacy was 50.88%.