Khandala
Khandala is a village located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Khandala village is also a gram panchayat.
Khandala has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur 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 540750. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.4 hectares. Brahmapuri is nearest town to Khandala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km 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 Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur 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 | 1,845 | 936 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 111 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,279 | 732 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 204 | 362 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandala village:
- The total population of Khandala village is around 1,845, including approximately 936 males and 909 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Khandala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandala village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandala village is about 69.32%, with male literacy at 78.21% and female literacy at 60.18%.
- There are around 456 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 Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur 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 population of Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandala is 1,845, with 936 males and 909 females.
- How many households are there in Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandala village has a total of 456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandala is 69.32%. The male literacy rate is 78.21%, while the female literacy rate is 60.18%.