Khakhra - Tankara, Morbi
Khakhra is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Tankara and around 60 km from Rajkot. Khakhra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhra is 512734. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.91 hectares and falls under the 363650 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khakhra 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 Khakhra
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhra village had a total population of 350 people, including 186 males and 164 females. The village had 64 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. The village had 52 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 198 literate and 152 illiterate residents.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 186 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 64 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhra
Khakhra 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 Khakhra
Public transport in the Khakhra 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 Paddhari to Khakhra is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khakhra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khakhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhra 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 Khakhra
Where is Khakhra located?
Khakhra village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhra?
Khakhra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhra?
The pincode of Khakhra is 363650.
What is the population of Khakhra?
Khakhra had a total population of 350, including 186 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Khakhra?
Khakhra had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhra was 66.44%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 55.47%.