Khirsara - Upleta, Rajkot
Khirsara is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Khirsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirsara is 513325. The village covers a total geographical area of 2653.54 hectares and falls under the 360450 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khirsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirsara
According to the 2011 Census, Khirsara village had a total population of 2,806 people, including 1,440 males and 1,366 females, living in 612 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.99%, with male literacy at 75.91% and female literacy at 61.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 478, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 2,806 | 1,440 | 1,366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 178 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 248 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,713 | 958 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 482 | 611 |
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
Public transport in the Khirsara is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhayavadar to Khirsara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Khirsara is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirsara
Where is Khirsara located?
Khirsara village is located in Upleta 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 360450.
What is the population of Khirsara?
Khirsara had a total population of 2,806, including 1,440 males and 1,366 females.
How many households are there in Khirsara?
Khirsara had 612 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirsara was 68.99%. Male literacy was 75.91% and female literacy was 61.83%.