Khedva - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Khedva is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Khedva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedva is 509812. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146.6 hectares and falls under the 383255 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khedva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khedva
As per Census 2011, Khedva village has a total population of 5,921 people, consisting of 3,006 males and 2,915 females. The village has 855 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,721 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,018 literate and 3,903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,894 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,921 | 3,006 | 2,915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,721 | 883 | 838 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,894 | 2,994 | 2,900 |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,254 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,903 | 1,752 | 2,151 |
Nearby Villages of Khedva
Khedva 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 Khedva
Khedva 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 Khedva.
| 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 Khedbrahma to Khedva is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Khedva is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khedva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khedva
Where is Khedva located?
Khedva village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedva?
Khedva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedva?
The pincode of Khedva is 383255.
What is the population of Khedva?
Khedva has a total population of 5,921, including 3,006 males and 2,915 females.
How many households are there in Khedva?
There are 855 households in Khedva.
What is the literacy rate in Khedva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedva is 34.08%. Male literacy is 41.72% and female literacy is 26.21%.