Khakhana - Wankaner, Morbi
Khakhana is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Wankaner and around 23 km from Rajkot. Khakhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhana is 512845. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.98 hectares and falls under the 360003 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khakhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhana
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhana village had a total population of 1,684 people, including 838 males and 846 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.12%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 55.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 1,684 | 838 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 145 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 544 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 294 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhana
Khakhana 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 Khakhana
Khakhana 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wankaner to Khakhana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khakhana is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhana 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 Khakhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khakhana
Where is Khakhana located?
Khakhana village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhana?
Khakhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhana?
The pincode of Khakhana is 360003.
What is the population of Khakhana?
Khakhana had a total population of 1,684, including 838 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Khakhana?
Khakhana had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhana was 67.12%. Male literacy was 78.50% and female literacy was 55.72%.