Khokhri - Kotda Sangani, Rajkot
Khokhri is a village situated in the Kotda Sangani taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotda Sangani and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khokhri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhri is 513071. The village covers a total geographical area of 1024.99 hectares and falls under the 360030 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khokhri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhri
As per Census 2011, Khokhri village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 782 males and 727 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,017 literate and 492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokhri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 782 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 118 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 576 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 206 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhri
Khokhri 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 Khokhri
Khokhri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Khokhri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khokhri is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khokhri
Where is Khokhri located?
Khokhri village is located in Kotda Sangani Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhri?
Khokhri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khokhri?
The pincode of Khokhri is 360030.
What is the population of Khokhri?
Khokhri has a total population of 1,509, including 782 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Khokhri?
There are 276 households in Khokhri.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhri is 67.40%. Male literacy is 73.66% and female literacy is 60.66%.