Khapatia - Songadh, Tapi
Khapatia is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Malangdev serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapatia is 524696. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.92 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khapatia 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 Khapatia
According to the 2011 Census, Khapatia village had a total population of 306 people, including 162 males and 144 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.23%, with male literacy at 70.63% and female literacy at 57.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 306.
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 | 306 | 162 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 162 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 101 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 61 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Khapatia
Khapatia 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 Khapatia
Khapatia 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navapur to Khapatia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Khapatia is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapatia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khapatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapatia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khapatia
Where is Khapatia located?
Khapatia village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapatia is Malangdev.
What is the pincode of Khapatia?
The pincode of Khapatia is 394670.
What is the population of Khapatia?
Khapatia had a total population of 306, including 162 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Khapatia?
Khapatia had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapatia was 64.23%. Male literacy was 70.63% and female literacy was 57.25%.