Khandadhar - Gondal, Rajkot
Khandadhar is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khandadhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandadhar is 513228. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146.29 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khandadhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandadhar
As per Census 2011, Khandadhar village has a total population of 2,510 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,234 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,972 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandadhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,510 | 1,276 | 1,234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 146 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 192 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,972 | 1,048 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 228 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Khandadhar
Khandadhar 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 Khandadhar
Public transport in the Khandadhar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khandadhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Khandadhar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khandadhar is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandadhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandadhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khandadhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandadhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandadhar
Where is Khandadhar located?
Khandadhar village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandadhar?
Khandadhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandadhar?
The pincode of Khandadhar is 360311.
What is the population of Khandadhar?
Khandadhar has a total population of 2,510, including 1,276 males and 1,234 females.
How many households are there in Khandadhar?
There are 508 households in Khandadhar.
What is the literacy rate in Khandadhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandadhar is 78.57%. Male literacy is 82.13% and female literacy is 74.88%.