Khergadh - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Khergadh is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Didhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khergadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khergadh is 509847. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.14 hectares and falls under the 383275 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khergadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khergadh
As per Census 2011, Khergadh village has a total population of 1,770 people, consisting of 872 males and 898 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 601 literate and 1,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,661 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khergadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 872 | 898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 263 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,661 | 821 | 840 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 382 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,169 | 490 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Khergadh
Khergadh 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 Khergadh
Khergadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Khedbrahma to Khergadh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Khergadh is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khergadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khergadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khergadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khergadh 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 Khergadh
Where is Khergadh located?
Khergadh village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khergadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khergadh is Didhiya.
What is the pincode of Khergadh?
The pincode of Khergadh is 383275.
What is the population of Khergadh?
Khergadh has a total population of 1,770, including 872 males and 898 females.
How many households are there in Khergadh?
There are 290 households in Khergadh.
What is the literacy rate in Khergadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khergadh is 33.95%. Male literacy is 43.81% and female literacy is 24.39%.