Ketki - Kaprada, Valsad
Ketki is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Umali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ketki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ketki is 523588. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.72 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ketki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ketki
As per Census 2011, Ketki village has a total population of 564 people, consisting of 303 males and 261 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ketki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 564 | 303 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 300 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 150 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 153 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Ketki
Ketki 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 Ketki
Public transport in the Ketki 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 Selvas to Ketki is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ketki is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ketki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ketki 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 Ketki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ketki 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 Ketki
Where is Ketki located?
Ketki village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ketki?
The Gram Panchayat of Ketki is Umali.
What is the pincode of Ketki?
The pincode of Ketki is 396067.
What is the population of Ketki?
Ketki has a total population of 564, including 303 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Ketki?
There are 89 households in Ketki.
What is the literacy rate in Ketki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ketki is 41.49%. Male literacy is 49.50% and female literacy is 32.18%.