Khatoda - Vadnagar, Mahesana
Khatoda is a village situated in the Vadnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadnagar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Khatoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatoda is 509358. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.88 hectares and falls under the 384355 pincode. Vadnagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khatoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Unjha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatoda
As per Census 2011, Khatoda village has a total population of 1,833 people, consisting of 955 males and 878 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,327 literate and 506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,833 | 955 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 137 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 759 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 196 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Khatoda
Khatoda 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 Khatoda
Public transport in the Khatoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khatoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vadnagar to Khatoda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Khatoda is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khatoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatoda
Where is Khatoda located?
Khatoda village is located in Vadnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatoda?
Khatoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatoda?
The pincode of Khatoda is 384355.
What is the population of Khatoda?
Khatoda has a total population of 1,833, including 955 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Khatoda?
There are 342 households in Khatoda.
What is the literacy rate in Khatoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatoda is 72.39%. Male literacy is 79.48% and female literacy is 64.69%.