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INKHO Khodiyar Port
Khodiyar Port is the seaport of Ahmedabad, in the city of Ahmedabadin India. Overseas routes include India and Pakistan, Port code is INKHO.

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Port Code

INKHO

Name

Khodiyar

Country / Region

India

City

Ahmedabad

Sea Routes

India and Pakistan

Type

Latitude

23.0605556

Longitude

72.5563889

Est. Unit Price

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INKHO · India · Ahmedabad

Port Overview

Khodiyar (UN/LOCODE: INKHO) is an inland logistics location associated with Ahmedabad, Gujarat, rather than a seaport directly handling ocean vessels. Its position north of Ahmedabad supports containerized and general cargo movements between the Ahmedabad industrial region and western Indian maritime gateways. The location is best assessed as an inland consolidation, rail-and-road transfer, customs and empty-equipment coordination point; the ocean leg, vessel schedule, port cut-off and terminal handling are normally determined by the selected gateway and shipping line. Our service team can coordinate the inland leg, export documentation and gateway connection after confirming the actual terminal, carrier routing and cargo requirements.

UN/LOCODE	INKHO	Location	Khodiyar, Ahmedabad, India
Port type	Inland logistics / dry-port-type location	Coordinates	23.0605556, 72.5563889
Planning implication	Confirm the linked ocean gateway, inland terminal, rail option and customs jurisdiction before booking.

Decision points for forwarders

Key Highlights

Inland, not a vessel portPlan INKHO as an inland origin or destination point; do not treat it as the ocean-port call shown on a bill of lading.

Ahmedabad industrial catchmentIt is relevant to cargo originating in and around Ahmedabad and wider Gujarat, subject to the final trucking radius.

Gateway dependencyOcean transit, terminal cut-off and vessel connection depend on the nominated western India gateway and carrier service.

Rail-road choiceUse rail where a confirmed service and equipment plan are available; use road when schedule flexibility or door delivery is the priority.

Pre-booking disciplineValidate terminal acceptance, empty release, customs status, VGM process and truck appointment requirements before cargo dispatch.

Operational profile

Facilities & Services

Container handling: Inland receipt, dispatch, stuffing or de-stuffing may be available through the confirmed terminal arrangement; equipment type, working hours and acceptance rules must be checked shipment by shipment.
Customs and documentation: Export or import processing can require coordination among the exporter, customs broker, terminal and ocean carrier. The applicable customs location should be confirmed before cargo movement.
Road collection and delivery: Local and regional trucking can connect Ahmedabad factories, warehouses and the inland terminal. Vehicle size, loading restrictions, route permits and delivery time windows require pre-confirmation.
Rail connectivity: A rail option may be used when the selected inland facility and gateway offer a compatible service. Availability is subject to train plans, equipment release and terminal allocation.
Storage and examination: Short-term container, cargo or examination handling is dependent on the appointed facility. Storage free time, customs examination arrangements and handling charges should be obtained in writing.

Routing logic

Routes & Transit Times

Export flow: Factory or warehouse in Ahmedabad/Gujarat → Khodiyar inland handling point → confirmed western India ocean gateway → international destination.
Import flow: Ocean gateway → customs and inland transfer arrangement → Khodiyar → consignee warehouse or onward domestic distribution.
Trade directions: Cargo is commonly planned toward international markets served through western Indian gateways, but the actual gateway, transshipment pattern and carrier rotation must be confirmed at quotation stage.
Time variables: Total lead time is affected by factory readiness, empty-container release, rail or truck availability, customs selectivity, terminal cut-offs, gateway congestion, documentation accuracy and vessel connection.
Planning rule: Our service team will quote a planning window only after checking the carrier schedule, inland cut-off, cargo type and gateway handover. Published transit time is not a guaranteed delivery date.

Cargo base

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Ahmedabad and surrounding Gujarat manufacturing, trading and distribution areas, with the practical service radius determined by road cost, vehicle availability and delivery restrictions.
Industrial cargo: Engineering products, machinery, electrical goods, chemicals, textiles, garments, pharmaceuticals and consumer or industrial components may be encountered, subject to commodity-specific controls.
Container profile: Standard dry containers are generally the starting point for packaged cargo; oversized, temperature-controlled, liquid, fragile or dangerous cargo requires separate equipment and acceptance checks.
Export/import balance: Empty-container positioning and equipment availability can vary by carrier, equipment type and trade lane. Our team should verify release instructions before confirming the pickup plan.

Risk control

Operations & Compliance

Cut-offs: Distinguish the inland terminal receiving cut-off, customs filing or clearance deadline, VGM submission time, gateway terminal cut-off and carrier documentation cut-off. The earliest applicable deadline governs dispatch.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and packing declaration where applicable. Obtain carrier and inland-terminal approval before stuffing or truck dispatch.
Documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, shipping instructions, export licence or commodity permits where applicable, VGM and origin or preference documents should be aligned before cargo handover.
Examination and holds: Customs examination, scanning, document queries, seal discrepancies or cargo holds can interrupt the planned connection. Keep the shipper, broker, terminal and carrier contacts synchronized and retain seal and handover records.

Regulatory treatment depends on commodity, customs status, trade lane and the facility actually used. Our service team will confirm the current terminal and carrier instructions before operational release.

Action checklist

Shipping Tips

Request the carrier’s nominated inland terminal, empty-release location, return location and receiving cut-off in writing; do not rely only on the city name “Khodiyar.”
Book equipment after confirming cargo dimensions, gross weight, packaging, loading method and any special handling. For heavy or oversized cargo, obtain route and axle-load feasibility before dispatch.
Submit shipping instructions and VGM early, ensuring container number, seal number, weights, consignee details and commodity description match across all documents.
For time-sensitive cargo, compare a confirmed rail plan with direct trucking to the gateway and retain contingency time for customs queries, terminal congestion and missed vessel connections.

Practical questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is INKHO a seaport with direct vessel calls?

No. INKHO is treated for planning purposes as an inland logistics location at Khodiyar, Ahmedabad. The ocean vessel call, port cut-off and international sailing must be arranged through a confirmed western Indian gateway.

Can our bill of lading show Khodiyar as the ocean port?

The place of receipt, inland location, port of loading and final place of delivery are separate fields. Our service team will verify the carrier’s accepted place-of-receipt and port-of-loading combination before shipping instructions are submitted.

Should we use rail or truck for the inland leg?

Rail can be suitable when a confirmed train plan, equipment release and gateway connection are available. Trucking may offer more flexible pickup and delivery control. The correct option depends on cargo readiness, cut-off, cost and connection risk.

What commonly causes a missed connection from Khodiyar?

Typical causes include late empty release, incomplete customs or shipping documents, VGM discrepancies, terminal receiving closure, vehicle delays, examination holds and a mismatch between inland and vessel cut-offs.

How should dangerous goods be arranged?

Send the complete DG declaration and safety information before booking. Carrier, inland terminal and transport acceptance must be obtained before loading, and the actual route may change according to cargo class and local handling restrictions.

Data basis

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, country, associated city and coordinates in this module are based on the supplied INKHO port record. Operational descriptions are logistics planning guidance for an inland location and are intentionally stated with qualification where terminal, carrier or regulatory conditions may change.

UN/LOCODE reference framework: unece.org — used as a reference for the international location-code framework; individual terminal acceptance and carrier usage must still be confirmed.
Indian customs and trade compliance: cbic.gov.in — relevant for customs administration and applicable compliance guidance; shipment-specific treatment remains subject to the current filing and examination process.
Indian railway information: indianrailways.gov.in — general reference for the national railway system; it does not establish a specific Khodiyar train schedule or terminal service.

No unsupported berth, draft, throughput, vessel-frequency, terminal-capacity, rate or guaranteed-transit figures are presented. Current routing, cut-offs, equipment and charges should be reconfirmed with the appointed carrier, terminal, customs broker and our service team before booking.