Khadimal - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Khadimal is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Khadimal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadimal is 531624. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Khadimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khadimal
According to the 2011 Census, Khadimal village had a total population of 1,157 people, including 569 males and 588 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.51%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 74.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,064.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,157 | 569 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,064 | 521 | 543 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 410 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 159 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Khadimal
Khadimal 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 Khadimal
Khadimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Khadimal is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Khadimal is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadimal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khadimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadimal 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 Khadimal
Where is Khadimal located?
Khadimal village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khadimal?
Khadimal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadimal?
The pincode of Khadimal is 444807.
What is the population of Khadimal?
Khadimal had a total population of 1,157, including 569 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Khadimal?
Khadimal had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadimal was 81.51%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 74.38%.