Khedasan - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Khedasan is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Ukhla Dungri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedasan is 509897. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.48 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khedasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khedasan
According to the 2011 Census, Khedasan village had a total population of 683 people, including 344 males and 339 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.43%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 52.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 491.
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 | 683 | 344 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 58 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 248 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 238 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 106 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Khedasan
Khedasan 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 Khedasan
Public transport in the Khedasan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Khedasan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Khedasan is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khedasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khedasan
Where is Khedasan located?
Khedasan village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khedasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedasan is Ukhla Dungri.
What is the pincode of Khedasan?
The pincode of Khedasan is 383460.
What is the population of Khedasan?
Khedasan had a total population of 683, including 344 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Khedasan?
Khedasan had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedasan was 68.43%. Male literacy was 83.22% and female literacy was 52.29%.