Khervada - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Khervada is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Bhankhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khervada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khervada is 509921. The village covers a total geographical area of 2011.98 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khervada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khervada
As per Census 2011, Khervada village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 639 males and 610 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khervada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 639 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,242 | 635 | 607 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 425 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 214 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Khervada
Khervada 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 Khervada
Public transport in the Khervada 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 Vijaynagar to Khervada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Khervada 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 Khervada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khervada 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 Khervada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khervada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khervada
Where is Khervada located?
Khervada village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khervada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khervada is Bhankhra.
What is the pincode of Khervada?
The pincode of Khervada is 383460.
What is the population of Khervada?
Khervada has a total population of 1,249, including 639 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Khervada?
There are 245 households in Khervada.
What is the literacy rate in Khervada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khervada is 57.57%. Male literacy is 66.51% and female literacy is 48.20%.