Khandala
Khandala is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Khandala village is also a gram panchayat.
Khandala has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 549079. The village spans a total geographical area of 3787 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431116. Vaijapur is nearest town to Khandala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aurangabad 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 | 11,385 | 5,875 | 5,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,642 | 886 | 756 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,717 | 875 | 842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 284 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 7,623 | 4,347 | 3,276 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,762 | 1,528 | 2,234 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandala village:
- The total population of Khandala village is around 11,385, including approximately 5,875 males and 5,510 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,642 children aged 0–6 years in Khandala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandala village has 1,717 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 593 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandala village is about 66.96%, with male literacy at 73.99% and female literacy at 59.46%.
- There are around 2,256 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandala?
- Khandala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khandala?
- The pincode of Khandala is 431116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandala is 11,385, with 5,875 males and 5,510 females.
- How many households are there in Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandala village has a total of 2,256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandala is 66.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.99%, while the female literacy rate is 59.46%.