Kholadiad - Wadhwan, Surendranagar
Kholadiad is a village situated in the Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadhwan and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Kholadiad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholadiad is 512233. The village covers a total geographical area of 2028.42 hectares and falls under the 363435 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kholadiad 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 Kholadiad
According to the 2011 Census, Kholadiad village had a total population of 2,125 people, including 1,084 males and 1,041 females, living in 474 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.89%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 63.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,125 | 1,084 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 116 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 102 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,474 | 867 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 217 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Kholadiad
Kholadiad 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 Kholadiad
Kholadiad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Wadhwan to Kholadiad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Kholadiad is about 17 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 Kholadiad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholadiad 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 Kholadiad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholadiad 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 Kholadiad
Where is Kholadiad located?
Kholadiad village is located in Wadhwan Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholadiad?
Kholadiad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kholadiad?
The pincode of Kholadiad is 363435.
What is the population of Kholadiad?
Kholadiad had a total population of 2,125, including 1,084 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Kholadiad?
Kholadiad had 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kholadiad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholadiad was 76.89%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 63.96%.