Khodamba - Umarpada, Surat
Khodamba is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Chokhvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khodamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodamba is 523913. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.77 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Khodamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khodamba
According to the 2011 Census, Khodamba village had a total population of 827 people, including 411 males and 416 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.43%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 66.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 827.
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 | 827 | 411 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 411 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 297 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 114 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Khodamba
Khodamba 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 Khodamba
Khodamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Khodamba is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Khodamba is about 74 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 Khodamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodamba 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 Khodamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khodamba
Where is Khodamba located?
Khodamba village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khodamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Khodamba is Chokhvada.
What is the pincode of Khodamba?
The pincode of Khodamba is 394445.
What is the population of Khodamba?
Khodamba had a total population of 827, including 411 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Khodamba?
Khodamba had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodamba was 77.43%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 66.09%.