Khodu

Khodu is a village located in Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Wadhwan (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Khodu village is also a gram panchayat.

Khodu has its own place in the vibrant Surendranagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khodu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khodu is 512205. The village spans a total geographical area of 4056.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363040. Surendranagar is nearest town to Khodu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khodu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wadhwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khodu

Below is a concise population overview of Khodu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,060 3,066 2,994
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 702 381 321
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,027 528 499
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 3,943 2,256 1,687
Illiterate Population 2,117 810 1,307

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khodu village:

  • The total population of Khodu village is around 6,060, including approximately 3,066 males and 2,994 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 702 children aged 0–6 years in Khodu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khodu village has 1,027 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khodu village is about 65.07%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 56.35%.
  • There are around 1,156 households in Khodu village.

Connectivity of Khodu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khodu. As per the 2011 stats, Khodu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khodu

Knowing the nearby villages of Khodu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khodu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khodu

Where is Khodu located?
Khodu village is situated in Wadhwan Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodu?
Khodu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khodu?
The pincode of Khodu is 363040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khodu is 6,060, with 3,066 males and 2,994 females.
How many households are there in Khodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khodu village has a total of 1,156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khodu is 65.07%. The male literacy rate is 73.58%, while the female literacy rate is 56.35%.