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Khergam
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Khergam
Location in Gujarat, India
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Khergam
Khergam (India)
Coordinates: 20°37′48″N73°05′24″E / 20.630°N 73.090°E / 20.630; 73.090
CountryFlag of India.svg  India
State Gujarat
District Navsari
Elevation
26 m (85 ft)
Population
 (2001)
  Total13,912
Languages
  Official Gujarati, Hindi
Time zone UTC+5:30 (IST)
Vehicle registration GJ

Khergam is a small town and a Gram Panchayat in the Navsari district of Gujarat, India. Recently established as the headquarters of the newly created Khergam Taluka, [1] Khergam is a well-connected and diverse town known for its harmonious community spirit and local delicacies.

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Geography

Located near the Arabian Sea, Khergam boasts a strategic position with its coordinates at 20°37′48″N 73°05′24″E.

Administration

Khergam [2] functions as the headquarters of the recently formed Khergam Taluka within the Navsari District administration. The taluka comprises 22 Gram Panchayats, [3] the lowest units of rural local government in India.

Demographics

The town is known for its diverse population, with people from various castes and states across India residing peacefully within the community.

Economy

While information on the town's specific economic activities is limited, Khergam likely functions as a local commercial center for the surrounding rural areas. Additionally, the presence of various shops and businesses catering to daily needs suggests a local service-oriented economy.

Places of Interest

Notable People

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Map of Khergam Taluka Khergam Taluka Villages & Panchayats List