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
As per Census 2011, Kholadiad village has a total population of 2,125 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,041 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,474 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholadiad are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,125, including 1,084 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Kholadiad?
There are 474 households in Kholadiad.
What is the literacy rate in Kholadiad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholadiad is 69.36%. Male literacy is 79.98% and female literacy is 58.31%.