Khokhri - Paddhari, Rajkot
Khokhri is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khokhri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhri is 512890. The village covers a total geographical area of 1247.01 hectares and falls under the 361130 pincode. Paddhari 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 Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhri
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhri village had a total population of 921 people, including 478 males and 443 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.07%, with male literacy at 77.13% and female literacy at 62.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 921 | 478 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 317 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 161 | 198 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Paddhari 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 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khokhri
Where is Khokhri located?
Khokhri village is located in Paddhari 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 361130.
What is the population of Khokhri?
Khokhri had a total population of 921, including 478 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Khokhri?
Khokhri had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhri was 70.07%. Male literacy was 77.13% and female literacy was 62.66%.