Khevaliya - Morvi, Morbi
Khevaliya is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Morvi and around 83 km from Rajkot. Khevaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khevaliya is 512667. The village covers a total geographical area of 1356.67 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khevaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khevaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Khevaliya village had a total population of 1,834 people, including 933 males and 901 females, living in 399 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 90.52% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 1,834 | 933 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 100 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 754 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 179 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Khevaliya
Khevaliya 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 Khevaliya
Khevaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khevaliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Maliya to Khevaliya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khevaliya is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khevaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khevaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khevaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khevaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khevaliya
Where is Khevaliya located?
Khevaliya village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khevaliya?
Khevaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khevaliya?
The pincode of Khevaliya is 363641.
What is the population of Khevaliya?
Khevaliya had a total population of 1,834, including 933 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Khevaliya?
Khevaliya had 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khevaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khevaliya was 82.93%. Male literacy was 90.52% and female literacy was 75.00%.