Khandosan - Visnagar, Mahesana
Khandosan is a village situated in the Visnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visnagar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Khandosan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandosan is 509289. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273.97 hectares and falls under the 384310 pincode. Visnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khandosan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandosan
As per Census 2011, Khandosan village has a total population of 4,253 people, consisting of 2,222 males and 2,031 females. The village has 845 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,164 literate and 1,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandosan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,253 | 2,222 | 2,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 222 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 159 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 3,164 | 1,838 | 1,326 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 384 | 705 |
Nearby Villages of Khandosan
Khandosan 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 Khandosan
Public transport in the Khandosan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khandosan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visnagar to Khandosan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Khandosan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandosan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandosan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khandosan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandosan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandosan
Where is Khandosan located?
Khandosan village is located in Visnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandosan?
Khandosan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandosan?
The pincode of Khandosan is 384310.
What is the population of Khandosan?
Khandosan has a total population of 4,253, including 2,222 males and 2,031 females.
How many households are there in Khandosan?
There are 845 households in Khandosan.
What is the literacy rate in Khandosan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandosan is 74.39%. Male literacy is 82.72% and female literacy is 65.29%.