Khedpur - Mandvi, Surat
Khedpur is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Kakadva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedpur is 524056. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.15 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Khedpur 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 Khedpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khedpur village had a total population of 954 people, including 462 males and 492 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 78.41% and female literacy at 61.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 490.
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 | 954 | 462 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 242 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 316 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 146 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Khedpur
Khedpur 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 Khedpur
Khedpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Khedpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Khedpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khedpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedpur 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 Khedpur
Where is Khedpur located?
Khedpur village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedpur is Kakadva.
What is the pincode of Khedpur?
The pincode of Khedpur is 394160.
What is the population of Khedpur?
Khedpur had a total population of 954, including 462 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Khedpur?
Khedpur had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedpur was 69.64%. Male literacy was 78.41% and female literacy was 61.56%.