Khimana Padar - Vav, Vav-Tharad
Khimana Padar is a village situated in the Vav taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Vav and around 120 km from Palanpur. Khimana Padar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khimana Padar is 507410. The village covers a total geographical area of 1594.19 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khimana Padar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khimana Padar
As per Census 2011, Khimana Padar village has a total population of 2,137 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,015 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 1,035 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khimana Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,137 | 1,122 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 145 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 771 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 351 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Khimana Padar
Khimana Padar 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 Khimana Padar
Public transport in the Khimana Padar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Khimana Padar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Khimana Padar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khimana Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khimana Padar 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 Khimana Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khimana Padar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khimana Padar
Where is Khimana Padar located?
Khimana Padar village is located in Vav Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khimana Padar?
Khimana Padar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khimana Padar?
The pincode of Khimana Padar is 385575.
What is the population of Khimana Padar?
Khimana Padar has a total population of 2,137, including 1,122 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Khimana Padar?
There are 416 households in Khimana Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Khimana Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khimana Padar is 51.57%. Male literacy is 68.72% and female literacy is 32.61%.