Khavad - Kadi, Mahesana
Khavad is a village situated in the Kadi taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadi and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Khavad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khavad is 509695. The village covers a total geographical area of 1951.69 hectares and falls under the 384445 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khavad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khavad
As per Census 2011, Khavad village has a total population of 3,030 people, consisting of 1,597 males and 1,433 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,248 literate and 782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khavad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,030 | 1,597 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 142 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 216 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,248 | 1,318 | 930 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 279 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Khavad
Khavad 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 Khavad
Public transport in the Khavad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khavad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadi to Khavad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Khavad is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khavad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khavad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khavad
Where is Khavad located?
Khavad village is located in Kadi Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khavad?
Khavad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khavad?
The pincode of Khavad is 384445.
What is the population of Khavad?
Khavad has a total population of 3,030, including 1,597 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Khavad?
There are 710 households in Khavad.
What is the literacy rate in Khavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khavad is 74.19%. Male literacy is 82.53% and female literacy is 64.90%.