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
As per Census 2011, Khijdad village has a total population of 1,584 people, consisting of 800 males and 784 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,068 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khijdad are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,584, including 800 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Khijdad?
There are 311 households in Khijdad.
What is the literacy rate in Khijdad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijdad is 67.42%. Male literacy is 76.25% and female literacy is 58.42%.