Khajeli - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Khajeli is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Khajeli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajeli is 512226. The village covers a total geographical area of 1204.55 hectares and falls under the 363427 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khajeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajeli
According to the 2011 Census, Khajeli village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 523 males and 485 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.61%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 57.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 1,008 | 523 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 392 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 131 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Khajeli
Khajeli 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 Khajeli
Public transport in the Khajeli 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 Wadhwan to Khajeli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Khajeli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khajeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajeli
Where is Khajeli located?
Khajeli village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajeli?
Khajeli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khajeli?
The pincode of Khajeli is 363427.
What is the population of Khajeli?
Khajeli had a total population of 1,008, including 523 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Khajeli?
Khajeli had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajeli was 72.61%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 57.59%.