Khodu - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Khodu is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Khodu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodu is 512205. The village covers a total geographical area of 4056.32 hectares and falls under the 363040 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khodu 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 Khodu
According to the 2011 Census, Khodu village had a total population of 6,060 people, including 3,066 males and 2,994 females, living in 1,156 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.59%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 63.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,027, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khodu
Khodu 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 Khodu
Public transport in the Khodu is mainly available through bus 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 Surendranagar to Khodu is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodu 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 Khodu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khodu
Where is Khodu located?
Khodu village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodu?
Khodu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodu?
The pincode of Khodu is 363040.
What is the population of Khodu?
Khodu had a total population of 6,060, including 3,066 males and 2,994 females.
How many households are there in Khodu?
Khodu had 1,156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodu was 73.59%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 63.11%.