Khirsara - Jetpur, Rajkot
Khirsara is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khirsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirsara is 513426. The village covers a total geographical area of 1554.19 hectares and falls under the 360485 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khirsara 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 Khirsara
According to the 2011 Census, Khirsara village had a total population of 3,627 people, including 1,856 males and 1,771 females, living in 712 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.62%, with male literacy at 81.50% and female literacy at 65.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 3,627 | 1,856 | 1,771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 191 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 156 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,380 | 1,357 | 1,023 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 499 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Khirsara
Khirsara 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 Khirsara
Khirsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khirsara.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Khirsara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khirsara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirsara 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirsara
Where is Khirsara located?
Khirsara village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khirsara?
Khirsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirsara?
The pincode of Khirsara is 360485.
What is the population of Khirsara?
Khirsara had a total population of 3,627, including 1,856 males and 1,771 females.
How many households are there in Khirsara?
Khirsara had 712 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirsara was 73.62%. Male literacy was 81.50% and female literacy was 65.24%.