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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khandala village had a total population of 311 people, including 157 males and 154 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.12%, with male literacy at 90.71% and female literacy at 77.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Khandala?
The Village 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 had a total population of 311, including 157 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Khandala?
Khandala had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala was 84.12%. Male literacy was 90.71% and female literacy was 77.37%.