Khatuniya - Kaprada, Valsad
Khatuniya is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Heidalbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatuniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatuniya is 523583. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.3 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khatuniya 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 Khatuniya
According to the 2011 Census, Khatuniya village had a total population of 591 people, including 265 males and 326 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,230 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.59%, with male literacy at 31.25% and female literacy at 33.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 590.
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 | 591 | 265 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 41 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 264 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 70 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 195 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Khatuniya
Khatuniya 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 Khatuniya
Public transport in the Khatuniya 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 Selvas to Khatuniya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Khatuniya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatuniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatuniya 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 Khatuniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatuniya 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 Khatuniya
Where is Khatuniya located?
Khatuniya village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatuniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatuniya is Heidalbari.
What is the pincode of Khatuniya?
The pincode of Khatuniya is 396067.
What is the population of Khatuniya?
Khatuniya had a total population of 591, including 265 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Khatuniya?
Khatuniya had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatuniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatuniya was 32.59%. Male literacy was 31.25% and female literacy was 33.70%.