Khardol - Vav, Vav-Tharad
Khardol is a village situated in the Vav taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Vav and around 124 km from Palanpur. Khardol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardol is 507417. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.97 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khardol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khardol
As per Census 2011, Khardol village has a total population of 1,354 people, consisting of 706 males and 648 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,354 | 706 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 476 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 230 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Khardol
Khardol 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 Khardol
Public transport in the Khardol 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 Tharad to Khardol is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khardol is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khardol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khardol
Where is Khardol located?
Khardol village is located in Vav Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardol?
Khardol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khardol?
The pincode of Khardol is 385575.
What is the population of Khardol?
Khardol has a total population of 1,354, including 706 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Khardol?
There are 242 households in Khardol.
What is the literacy rate in Khardol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardol is 53.91%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 39.20%.