Khodada - Nizar, Tapi
Khodada is a village situated in the Nizar taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Khodada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodada is 524485. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.23 hectares and falls under the 394370 pincode. Nandarbar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khodada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khodada
According to the 2011 Census, Khodada village had a total population of 4,169 people, including 2,075 males and 2,094 females, living in 857 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.85%, with male literacy at 71.24% and female literacy at 48.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,050.
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 | 4,169 | 2,075 | 2,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 267 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,050 | 2,015 | 2,035 |
| Literate Population | 2,194 | 1,288 | 906 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,975 | 787 | 1,188 |
Nearby Villages of Khodada
Khodada 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 Khodada
Khodada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandarbar to Khodada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Khodada is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodada 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 Khodada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khodada
Where is Khodada located?
Khodada village is located in Nizar Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodada?
Khodada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodada?
The pincode of Khodada is 394370.
What is the population of Khodada?
Khodada had a total population of 4,169, including 2,075 males and 2,094 females.
How many households are there in Khodada?
Khodada had 857 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodada was 59.85%. Male literacy was 71.24% and female literacy was 48.76%.