Khanusa - Vijapur, Mahesana
Khanusa is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Khanusa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanusa is 509436. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.68 hectares and falls under the 384550 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khanusa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanusa
As per Census 2011, Khanusa village has a total population of 3,816 people, consisting of 1,991 males and 1,825 females. The village has 837 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,974 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanusa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,816 | 1,991 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 237 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 123 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,974 | 1,645 | 1,329 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 346 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Khanusa
Khanusa 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 Khanusa
Public transport in the Khanusa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khanusa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Khanusa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Khanusa is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanusa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanusa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanusa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanusa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanusa
Where is Khanusa located?
Khanusa village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanusa?
Khanusa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanusa?
The pincode of Khanusa is 384550.
What is the population of Khanusa?
Khanusa has a total population of 3,816, including 1,991 males and 1,825 females.
How many households are there in Khanusa?
There are 837 households in Khanusa.
What is the literacy rate in Khanusa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanusa is 77.94%. Male literacy is 82.62% and female literacy is 72.82%.