Khakhar Moti - Mundra, Kachchh
Khakhar Moti is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Khakhar Moti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhar Moti is 507323. The village covers a total geographical area of 1250.77 hectares and falls under the 370435 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khakhar Moti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khakhar Moti
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhar Moti village had a total population of 2,139 people, including 1,101 males and 1,038 females, living in 436 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 81.51% and female literacy at 65.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 395, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 2,139 | 1,101 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 171 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 205 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 758 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 343 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhar Moti
Khakhar Moti 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 Khakhar Moti
Public transport in the Khakhar Moti is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mundra to Khakhar Moti is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Khakhar Moti is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhar Moti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhar Moti 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 Khakhar Moti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhar Moti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khakhar Moti
Where is Khakhar Moti located?
Khakhar Moti village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khakhar Moti?
Khakhar Moti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhar Moti?
The pincode of Khakhar Moti is 370435.
What is the population of Khakhar Moti?
Khakhar Moti had a total population of 2,139, including 1,101 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in Khakhar Moti?
Khakhar Moti had 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhar Moti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhar Moti was 73.79%. Male literacy was 81.51% and female literacy was 65.65%.