Khalaspur - Kothmba, Mahisagar
Khalaspur is a village situated in the Kothmba taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Lunawada and around 40 km from Godhra. Khalaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalaspur is 518337. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.34 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khalaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Khalaspur village had a total population of 1,468 people, including 790 males and 678 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.78%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 53.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,468 | 790 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 104 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 177 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 557 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 233 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Khalaspur
Khalaspur 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 Khalaspur
Khalaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Khalaspur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Khalaspur is about 40 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 Khalaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalaspur
Where is Khalaspur located?
Khalaspur village is located in Kothmba Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalaspur?
Khalaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khalaspur?
The pincode of Khalaspur is 389230.
What is the population of Khalaspur?
Khalaspur had a total population of 1,468, including 790 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Khalaspur?
Khalaspur had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalaspur was 68.78%. Male literacy was 81.20% and female literacy was 53.93%.