Khatukpur - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Khatukpur is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Khatukpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatukpur is 518428. The village covers a total geographical area of 607.94 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khatukpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatukpur
As per Census 2011, Khatukpur village has a total population of 3,062 people, consisting of 1,601 males and 1,461 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,795 literate and 1,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 609 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatukpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,601 | 1,461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 282 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 316 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 1,795 | 1,125 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 476 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Khatukpur
Khatukpur 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 Khatukpur
Khatukpur 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 Shehera to Khatukpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Khatukpur is about 27 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 Khatukpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatukpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatukpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatukpur 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 Khatukpur
Where is Khatukpur located?
Khatukpur village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatukpur?
Khatukpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatukpur?
The pincode of Khatukpur is 389210.
What is the population of Khatukpur?
Khatukpur has a total population of 3,062, including 1,601 males and 1,461 females.
How many households are there in Khatukpur?
There are 562 households in Khatukpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khatukpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatukpur is 58.62%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 45.86%.