Kharkhadi - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Kharkhadi is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Kharkhadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkhadi is 518770. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.09 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kharkhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharkhadi
As per Census 2011, Kharkhadi village has a total population of 2,606 people, consisting of 1,319 males and 1,287 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,275 literate and 1,331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharkhadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,606 | 1,319 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 210 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,126 | 553 | 573 |
| Literate Population | 1,275 | 790 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,331 | 529 | 802 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkhadi
Kharkhadi 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 Kharkhadi
Kharkhadi 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Kharkhadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Kharkhadi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkhadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharkhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkhadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharkhadi
Where is Kharkhadi located?
Kharkhadi village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkhadi?
Kharkhadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharkhadi?
The pincode of Kharkhadi is 389380.
What is the population of Kharkhadi?
Kharkhadi has a total population of 2,606, including 1,319 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Kharkhadi?
There are 490 households in Kharkhadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkhadi is 48.93%. Male literacy is 59.89% and female literacy is 37.68%.