Khijadiya
Khijadiya is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Khijadiya Pipardi is the gram panchayat of Khijadiya village.
Khijadiya has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khijadiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khijadiya is 512830. The village spans a total geographical area of 1362.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Khijadiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khijadiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khijadiya
Population of Khijadiya
Below is a concise population overview of Khijadiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,083 | 1,549 | 1,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 241 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 58 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,955 | 1,143 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,128 | 406 | 722 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khijadiya village:
- The total population of Khijadiya village is around 3,083, including approximately 1,549 males and 1,534 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 457 children aged 0–6 years in Khijadiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khijadiya village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khijadiya village is about 63.41%, with male literacy at 73.79% and female literacy at 52.93%.
- There are around 534 households in Khijadiya village.
Connectivity of Khijadiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khijadiya. As per the 2011 stats, Khijadiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Khijadiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khijadiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khijadiya
- Where is Khijadiya located?
- Khijadiya village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khijadiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khijadiya is Khijadiya Pipardi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khijadiya?
- The pincode of Khijadiya is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khijadiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khijadiya is 3,083, with 1,549 males and 1,534 females.
- How many households are there in Khijadiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khijadiya village has a total of 534 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khijadiya is 63.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.79%, while the female literacy rate is 52.93%.