Khanda - Dharampur, Valsad
Khanda is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Khanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanda is 523333. The village covers a total geographical area of 1088.81 hectares and falls under the 396051 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Khanda village had a total population of 2,573 people, including 1,298 males and 1,275 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.35%, with male literacy at 70.16% and female literacy at 54.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,541.
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 | 2,573 | 1,298 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 162 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,541 | 1,286 | 1,255 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 797 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,187 | 501 | 686 |
Nearby Villages of Khanda
Khanda 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 Khanda
Khanda 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 Dharampur to Khanda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Khanda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanda 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 Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khanda
Where is Khanda located?
Khanda village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
Khanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanda?
The pincode of Khanda is 396051.
What is the population of Khanda?
Khanda had a total population of 2,573, including 1,298 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Khanda?
Khanda had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanda was 62.35%. Male literacy was 70.16% and female literacy was 54.19%.