Khandala - Chimur, Chandrapur
Khandala is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Pet Bhansuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandala is 540337. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.02 hectares and falls under the 442904 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Khandala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandala
As per Census 2011, Khandala village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 157 males and 154 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 157 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Khandala
Khandala 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 Khandala
Public transport in the Khandala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Khandala is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Khandala is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandala
Where is Khandala located?
Khandala village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandala?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandala is Pet Bhansuli.
What is the pincode of Khandala?
The pincode of Khandala is 442904.
What is the population of Khandala?
Khandala has a total population of 311, including 157 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Khandala?
There are 83 households in Khandala.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala is 74.92%. Male literacy is 80.89% and female literacy is 68.83%.