Khijadiya Moj - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Khijadiya Moj is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khijadiya Moj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya Moj is 513283. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.38 hectares and falls under the 360452 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khijadiya Moj 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 Khijadiya Moj
As per Census 2011, Khijadiya Moj village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 378 males and 367 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khijadiya Moj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 378 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 288 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 90 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya Moj
Khijadiya Moj 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 Khijadiya Moj
Khijadiya Moj 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhayavadar to Khijadiya Moj is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khijadiya Moj is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijadiya Moj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadiya Moj 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 Khijadiya Moj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijadiya Moj 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 Khijadiya Moj
Where is Khijadiya Moj located?
Khijadiya Moj village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijadiya Moj?
Khijadiya Moj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadiya Moj?
The pincode of Khijadiya Moj is 360452.
What is the population of Khijadiya Moj?
Khijadiya Moj has a total population of 745, including 378 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya Moj?
There are 137 households in Khijadiya Moj.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya Moj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya Moj is 66.17%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 55.86%.