Khilod - Satlasana, Mahesana
Khilod is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Khilod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilod is 509161. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.98 hectares and falls under the 384330 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khilod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khilod
According to the 2011 Census, Khilod village had a total population of 701 people, including 364 males and 337 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 83.28% and female literacy at 60.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 701 | 364 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 269 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 95 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Khilod
Khilod 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 Khilod
Khilod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khilod has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Khilod is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Khilod is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khilod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilod 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khilod
Where is Khilod located?
Khilod village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khilod?
Khilod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khilod?
The pincode of Khilod is 384330.
What is the population of Khilod?
Khilod had a total population of 701, including 364 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Khilod?
Khilod had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khilod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilod was 72.34%. Male literacy was 83.28% and female literacy was 60.78%.