Khareda - Mandvi, Surat
Khareda is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Khareda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khareda is 523994. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.85 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khareda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khareda
According to the 2011 Census, Khareda village had a total population of 1,051 people, including 506 males and 545 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.32%, with male literacy at 68.65% and female literacy at 54.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,043.
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 | 1,051 | 506 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,043 | 504 | 539 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 300 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 206 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Khareda
Khareda 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 Khareda
Khareda 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 Mandvi to Khareda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Khareda is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khareda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khareda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khareda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khareda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khareda
Where is Khareda located?
Khareda village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khareda?
Khareda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khareda?
The pincode of Khareda is 394160.
What is the population of Khareda?
Khareda had a total population of 1,051, including 506 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Khareda?
Khareda had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khareda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khareda was 61.32%. Male literacy was 68.65% and female literacy was 54.73%.