Khudvel - Chikhli, Navsari
Khudvel is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Khudvel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudvel is 523081. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.26 hectares and falls under the 396540 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khudvel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudvel
As per Census 2011, Khudvel village has a total population of 1,738 people, consisting of 876 males and 862 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khudvel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,738 | 876 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,483 | 752 | 731 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 668 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 208 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Khudvel
Khudvel 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 Khudvel
Khudvel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chikhli to Khudvel is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Khudvel is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudvel 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 Khudvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudvel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khudvel
Where is Khudvel located?
Khudvel village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khudvel?
Khudvel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudvel?
The pincode of Khudvel is 396540.
What is the population of Khudvel?
Khudvel has a total population of 1,738, including 876 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Khudvel?
There are 397 households in Khudvel.
What is the literacy rate in Khudvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudvel is 71.17%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 66.01%.