Khadi - Songadh, Tapi
Khadi is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Medha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadi is 524663. The village covers a total geographical area of 634.28 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Khadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khadi village had a total population of 548 people, including 262 males and 286 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.10%, with male literacy at 82.20% and female literacy at 70.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 532.
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 | 548 | 262 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 26 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 255 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 194 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 68 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Khadi
Khadi 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 Khadi
Khadi 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 Songadh to Khadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Khadi is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khadi
Where is Khadi located?
Khadi village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadi is Medha.
What is the pincode of Khadi?
The pincode of Khadi is 394670.
What is the population of Khadi?
Khadi had a total population of 548, including 262 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Khadi?
Khadi had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadi was 76.10%. Male literacy was 82.20% and female literacy was 70.12%.