Khintla - Sayla, Surendranagar
Khintla is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Khintla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khintla is 512470. The village covers a total geographical area of 912.35 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khintla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khintla
As per Census 2011, Khintla village has a total population of 2,964 people, consisting of 1,549 males and 1,415 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 586 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,295 literate and 1,669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khintla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,964 | 1,549 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 305 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,295 | 859 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,669 | 690 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Khintla
Khintla 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 Khintla
Public transport in the Khintla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Botad to Khintla is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Khintla is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khintla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khintla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khintla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khintla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khintla
Where is Khintla located?
Khintla village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khintla?
Khintla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khintla?
The pincode of Khintla is 363440.
What is the population of Khintla?
Khintla has a total population of 2,964, including 1,549 males and 1,415 females.
How many households are there in Khintla?
There are 615 households in Khintla.
What is the literacy rate in Khintla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khintla is 43.69%. Male literacy is 55.46% and female literacy is 30.81%.