Khandala
Khandala is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 58.5km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Khandla is the gram panchayat of Khandala village.
Khandala has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khandala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandala is 530328. The village spans a total geographical area of 628.52 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Khandala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khandala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khandala
Population of Khandala
Below is a concise population overview of Khandala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 337 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 236 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 276 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 61 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandala village:
- The total population of Khandala village is around 642, including approximately 337 males and 305 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Khandala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandala village has 446 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 64 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandala village is about 79.44%, with male literacy at 81.90% and female literacy at 76.72%.
- There are around 171 households in Khandala village.
Connectivity of Khandala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandala. As per the 2011 stats, Khandala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandala
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandala
- Where is Khandala located?
- Khandala village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khandala is Khandla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandala is 642, with 337 males and 305 females.
- How many households are there in Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandala village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandala is 79.44%. The male literacy rate is 81.90%, while the female literacy rate is 76.72%.