Khetardi - Halvad, Morbi
Khetardi is a village situated in the Halvad taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from Halvad and around 100 km from Surendranagar. Khetardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetardi is 512007. The village covers a total geographical area of 1504.55 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khetardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khetardi
As per Census 2011, Khetardi village has a total population of 1,375 people, consisting of 701 males and 674 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 829 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khetardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,375 | 701 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 485 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 216 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Khetardi
Khetardi 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 Khetardi
Khetardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wankaner to Khetardi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Khetardi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetardi 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 Khetardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khetardi
Where is Khetardi located?
Khetardi village is located in Halvad Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetardi?
Khetardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khetardi?
The pincode of Khetardi is 363310.
What is the population of Khetardi?
Khetardi has a total population of 1,375, including 701 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Khetardi?
There are 264 households in Khetardi.
What is the literacy rate in Khetardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetardi is 60.29%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 51.04%.