Khijdad
Khijdad is a village located in Ranavav taluka of Porbandar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ranavav (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Porbandar. As per 2009 stats, Khijdad village is also a gram panchayat.
Khijdad has its own place in the vibrant Porbandar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khijdad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khijdad is 514260. The village spans a total geographical area of 635.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360570. Kutiyana is nearest town to Khijdad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Khijdad
Below is a concise population overview of Khijdad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,584 | 800 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 610 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 190 | 326 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khijdad village:
- The total population of Khijdad village is around 1,584, including approximately 800 males and 784 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 191 children aged 0–6 years in Khijdad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khijdad village has 173 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khijdad village is about 67.42%, with male literacy at 76.25% and female literacy at 58.42%.
- There are around 311 households in Khijdad village.
Connectivity of Khijdad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khijdad. As per the 2011 stats, Khijdad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khijdad
Knowing the nearby villages of Khijdad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khijdad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khijdad
- Where is Khijdad located?
- Khijdad village is situated in Ranavav Taluka, within the Porbandar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khijdad?
- Khijdad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khijdad?
- The pincode of Khijdad is 360570, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khijdad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khijdad is 1,584, with 800 males and 784 females.
- How many households are there in Khijdad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khijdad village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khijdad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khijdad is 67.42%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 58.42%.