Khakhrechi - Maliya, Morbi
Khakhrechi is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Maliya and around 100 km from Rajkot. Khakhrechi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhrechi is 512624. The village covers a total geographical area of 5679.8 hectares and falls under the 363630 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khakhrechi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhrechi
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhrechi village had a total population of 4,950 people, including 2,564 males and 2,386 females, living in 1,071 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.57%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 67.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 4,950 | 2,564 | 2,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 337 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 154 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,376 | 1,947 | 1,429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,574 | 617 | 957 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhrechi
Khakhrechi 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 Khakhrechi
Khakhrechi 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 | 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 Maliya to Khakhrechi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khakhrechi 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 Khakhrechi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhrechi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khakhrechi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhrechi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khakhrechi
Where is Khakhrechi located?
Khakhrechi village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhrechi?
Khakhrechi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhrechi?
The pincode of Khakhrechi is 363630.
What is the population of Khakhrechi?
Khakhrechi had a total population of 4,950, including 2,564 males and 2,386 females.
How many households are there in Khakhrechi?
Khakhrechi had 1,071 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhrechi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhrechi was 77.57%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 67.25%.