Khuntaj - Mahudha, Kheda
Khuntaj is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Khuntaj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntaj is 517672. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.4 hectares and falls under the 387335 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khuntaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntaj
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntaj village had a total population of 3,491 people, including 1,786 males and 1,705 females, living in 673 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.71%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 87.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 3,491 | 1,786 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 224 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,820 | 1,495 | 1,325 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 291 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntaj
Khuntaj 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 Khuntaj
Khuntaj 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 Nadiad to Khuntaj is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntaj 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 Khuntaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntaj 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 Khuntaj
Where is Khuntaj located?
Khuntaj village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khuntaj?
Khuntaj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuntaj?
The pincode of Khuntaj is 387335.
What is the population of Khuntaj?
Khuntaj had a total population of 3,491, including 1,786 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Khuntaj?
Khuntaj had 673 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntaj was 91.71%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 87.57%.