Khadat - Abu Road, Sirohi
Khadat is a village situated in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Abu Road and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Khadat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadat is 090195. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 307026 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khadat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadat
As per Census 2011, Khadat village has a total population of 1,649 people, consisting of 861 males and 788 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 888 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 830 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 861 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 138 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 830 | 433 | 397 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 529 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 332 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Khadat
Khadat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tartoli (rural) | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Or | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Matadevi | South | 2.37 km |
| Morthala | North | 2.65 km |
| Abu Road | West | 3.20 km |
| Manpur (rural) | West | 3.39 km |
| Derna | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Kui | South | 3.52 km |
| Pandoori | North | 4.09 km |
| Toonka | North-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khadat
Khadat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Morthala, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Khadat is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Khadat is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khadat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khadat
Where is Khadat located?
Khadat village is located in Abu Road Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadat?
Khadat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadat?
The pincode of Khadat is 307026.
What is the population of Khadat?
Khadat has a total population of 1,649, including 861 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Khadat?
There are 313 households in Khadat.
What is the literacy rate in Khadat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadat is 46.15%. Male literacy is 61.44% and female literacy is 29.44%.