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
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadiya Moj village had a total population of 745 people, including 378 males and 367 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.25%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 60.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 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 had a total population of 745, including 378 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya Moj?
Khijadiya Moj had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya Moj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya Moj was 73.25%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 60.83%.