Khajurda - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Khajurda is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khajurda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajurda is 513307. The village covers a total geographical area of 2188.4 hectares and falls under the 360440 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khajurda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajurda
According to the 2011 Census, Khajurda village had a total population of 2,116 people, including 1,082 males and 1,034 females, living in 545 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.43%, with male literacy at 85.01% and female literacy at 73.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 591, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 2,116 | 1,082 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 81 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 287 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,564 | 851 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 231 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Khajurda
Khajurda 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 Khajurda
Khajurda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhayavadar to Khajurda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khajurda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajurda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajurda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khajurda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajurda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khajurda
Where is Khajurda located?
Khajurda village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khajurda?
Khajurda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khajurda?
The pincode of Khajurda is 360440.
What is the population of Khajurda?
Khajurda had a total population of 2,116, including 1,082 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Khajurda?
Khajurda had 545 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajurda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajurda was 79.43%. Male literacy was 85.01% and female literacy was 73.66%.