Khageshri - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Khageshri is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Khageshri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khageshri is 514306. The village covers a total geographical area of 5434.05 hectares and falls under the 362650 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khageshri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khageshri
As per Census 2011, Khageshri village has a total population of 6,186 people, consisting of 3,244 males and 2,942 females. The village has 1,247 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 834 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,604 literate and 2,582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khageshri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,186 | 3,244 | 2,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 834 | 447 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 274 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,604 | 2,034 | 1,570 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,582 | 1,210 | 1,372 |
Nearby Villages of Khageshri
Khageshri 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 Khageshri
Public transport in the Khageshri is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kutiyana to Khageshri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Khageshri is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khageshri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khageshri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khageshri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khageshri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khageshri
Where is Khageshri located?
Khageshri village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khageshri?
Khageshri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khageshri?
The pincode of Khageshri is 362650.
What is the population of Khageshri?
Khageshri has a total population of 6,186, including 3,244 males and 2,942 females.
How many households are there in Khageshri?
There are 1,247 households in Khageshri.
What is the literacy rate in Khageshri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khageshri is 58.26%. Male literacy is 62.70% and female literacy is 53.37%.