Khogal Gam - Songadh, Tapi
Khogal Gam is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Ghuntvel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khogal Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khogal Gam is 524690. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.89 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khogal Gam 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 Khogal Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Khogal Gam village had a total population of 830 people, including 421 males and 409 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.03%, with male literacy at 74.18% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 824.
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 | 830 | 421 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 824 | 417 | 407 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 273 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 148 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Khogal Gam
Khogal Gam 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 Khogal Gam
Public transport in the Khogal Gam 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 Khogal Gam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Khogal Gam is about 45 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 Khogal Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khogal Gam 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khogal Gam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khogal Gam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khogal Gam
Where is Khogal Gam located?
Khogal Gam village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khogal Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Khogal Gam is Ghuntvel.
What is the pincode of Khogal Gam?
The pincode of Khogal Gam is 394670.
What is the population of Khogal Gam?
Khogal Gam had a total population of 830, including 421 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Khogal Gam?
Khogal Gam had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khogal Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khogal Gam was 70.03%. Male literacy was 74.18% and female literacy was 65.73%.