Khijadiya Mota - Paddhari, Rajkot
Khijadiya Mota is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khijadiya Mota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya Mota is 512904. The village covers a total geographical area of 1677.37 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khijadiya Mota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijadiya Mota
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadiya Mota village had a total population of 1,573 people, including 765 males and 808 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.38%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 61.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,573 | 765 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 79 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 71 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 563 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 202 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya Mota
Khijadiya Mota 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 Mota
Khijadiya Mota 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 Khijadiya Mota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Paddhari to Khijadiya Mota is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khijadiya Mota is about 28 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 Khijadiya Mota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadiya Mota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khijadiya Mota
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 Mota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khijadiya Mota
Where is Khijadiya Mota located?
Khijadiya Mota village is located in Paddhari Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khijadiya Mota?
Khijadiya Mota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadiya Mota?
The pincode of Khijadiya Mota is 360110.
What is the population of Khijadiya Mota?
Khijadiya Mota had a total population of 1,573, including 765 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya Mota?
Khijadiya Mota had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya Mota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya Mota was 71.38%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 61.51%.