Kham - Dediapada, Narmada
Kham is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Mandala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kham is 521760. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.43 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kham
According to the 2011 Census, Kham village had a total population of 240 people, including 123 males and 117 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.31%, with male literacy at 46.67% and female literacy at 21.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 107 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 49 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 74 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kham
Kham 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 Kham
Kham is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Dediapada to Kham is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Kham is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kham 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 Kham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kham 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 Kham
Where is Kham located?
Kham village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kham?
The Gram Panchayat of Kham is Mandala.
What is the pincode of Kham?
The pincode of Kham is 393130.
What is the population of Kham?
Kham had a total population of 240, including 123 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Kham?
Kham had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kham was 34.31%. Male literacy was 46.67% and female literacy was 21.21%.