Khijdad - Ranavav, Porbandar
Khijdad is a village situated in the Ranavav taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranavav and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Khijdad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijdad is 514260. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.14 hectares and falls under the 360570 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khijdad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khijdad
According to the 2011 Census, Khijdad village had a total population of 1,584 people, including 800 males and 784 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 86.65% and female literacy at 66.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khijdad
Khijdad 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 Khijdad
Public transport in the Khijdad is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Khijdad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kutiyana to Khijdad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Khijdad is about 36 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 Khijdad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijdad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khijdad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijdad 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 Khijdad
Where is Khijdad located?
Khijdad village is located in Ranavav Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khijdad?
Khijdad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijdad?
The pincode of Khijdad is 360570.
What is the population of Khijdad?
Khijdad had a total population of 1,584, including 800 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Khijdad?
Khijdad had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijdad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijdad was 76.67%. Male literacy was 86.65% and female literacy was 66.47%.