Kharadiya - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Kharadiya is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Kharadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharadiya is 506958. The village covers a total geographical area of 2769.9 hectares and falls under the 370001 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kharadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharadiya
As per Census 2011, Kharadiya village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 500 males and 443 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 500 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 93 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 319 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 181 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Kharadiya
Kharadiya 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 Kharadiya
Kharadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bhuj to Kharadiya is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharadiya 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 Kharadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharadiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharadiya
Where is Kharadiya located?
Kharadiya village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharadiya?
Kharadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharadiya?
The pincode of Kharadiya is 370001.
What is the population of Kharadiya?
Kharadiya has a total population of 943, including 500 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Kharadiya?
There are 161 households in Kharadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kharadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharadiya is 52.92%. Male literacy is 63.80% and female literacy is 40.63%.