Khandala - Nandura, Buldhana
Khandala is a village situated in the Nandura tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Nandura and around 43 km from Buldana. Tikodi serves as the Village Panchayat for Khandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandala is 528554. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.3 hectares and falls under the 443404 pincode. Nandura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khandala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandala
According to the 2011 Census, Khandala village had a total population of 579 people, including 312 males and 267 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 89.96% and female literacy at 68.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 579 | 312 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 242 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 70 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Khandala
Khandala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lonwadi Pr.nandura | East | 2.05 km |
| Shelgaon Mukund | North | 2.43 km |
| Wadi Pr.malkapur | West | 2.53 km |
| Potali | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Tikodi | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Khudavantpur | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Bhorwand | South | 4.04 km |
| Sangawa | North | 4.37 km |
| Pota | West | 4.41 km |
| Kolasar | North | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandala
Public transport in the Khandala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khumgaon Burti, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| 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 Nandura to Khandala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Khandala is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandala 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 Khandala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandala
Where is Khandala located?
Khandala village is located in Nandura Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khandala?
The Village Panchayat of Khandala is Tikodi.
What is the pincode of Khandala?
The pincode of Khandala is 443404.
What is the population of Khandala?
Khandala had a total population of 579, including 312 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Khandala?
Khandala had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala was 80.00%. Male literacy was 89.96% and female literacy was 68.40%.