Khervada - Ukai, Tapi
Khervada is a village situated in the Ukai taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Songadh and around 48 km from Vyara. Khervada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khervada is 524558. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.14 hectares and falls under the 394680 pincode. Ukai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khervada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khervada
As per Census 2011, Khervada village has a total population of 1,979 people, consisting of 1,020 males and 959 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 976 literate and 1,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,968 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khervada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,979 | 1,020 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 138 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,968 | 1,015 | 953 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 573 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 447 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Khervada
Khervada 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 Khervada
Khervada 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 Ukai to Khervada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Khervada is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khervada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khervada 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 Khervada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khervada 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 Khervada
Where is Khervada located?
Khervada village is located in Ukai Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khervada?
Khervada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khervada?
The pincode of Khervada is 394680.
What is the population of Khervada?
Khervada has a total population of 1,979, including 1,020 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Khervada?
There are 474 households in Khervada.
What is the literacy rate in Khervada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khervada is 49.32%. Male literacy is 56.18% and female literacy is 42.02%.