Kherdi - Chotila, Surendranagar
Kherdi is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Kherdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherdi is 512357. The village covers a total geographical area of 1284.69 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kherdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherdi
As per Census 2011, Kherdi village has a total population of 2,471 people, consisting of 1,279 males and 1,192 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,158 literate and 1,313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,471 | 1,279 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 225 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 88 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 727 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 552 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Kherdi
Kherdi 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 Kherdi
Kherdi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Kherdi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Kherdi is about 65 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 Kherdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherdi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kherdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kherdi
Where is Kherdi located?
Kherdi village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherdi?
Kherdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kherdi?
The pincode of Kherdi is 363520.
What is the population of Kherdi?
Kherdi has a total population of 2,471, including 1,279 males and 1,192 females.
How many households are there in Kherdi?
There are 452 households in Kherdi.
What is the literacy rate in Kherdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherdi is 46.86%. Male literacy is 56.84% and female literacy is 36.16%.