Khata Amba - Bansda, Navsari
Khata Amba is a village situated in the Bansda taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Khata Amba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khata Amba is 523209. The village covers a total geographical area of 2403.11 hectares and falls under the 396580 pincode. Bansda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khata Amba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khata Amba
As per Census 2011, Khata Amba village has a total population of 5,760 people, consisting of 2,885 males and 2,875 females. The village has 1,067 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 804 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,923 literate and 2,837 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,741 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khata Amba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,760 | 2,885 | 2,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 804 | 422 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,741 | 2,875 | 2,866 |
| Literate Population | 2,923 | 1,729 | 1,194 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,837 | 1,156 | 1,681 |
Nearby Villages of Khata Amba
Khata Amba 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 Khata Amba
Khata Amba 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 Bansda to Khata Amba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Khata Amba 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 Khata Amba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khata Amba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khata Amba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khata Amba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khata Amba
Where is Khata Amba located?
Khata Amba village is located in Bansda Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khata Amba?
Khata Amba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khata Amba?
The pincode of Khata Amba is 396580.
What is the population of Khata Amba?
Khata Amba has a total population of 5,760, including 2,885 males and 2,875 females.
How many households are there in Khata Amba?
There are 1,067 households in Khata Amba.
What is the literacy rate in Khata Amba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khata Amba is 50.75%. Male literacy is 59.93% and female literacy is 41.53%.