Khanabad Chak - Sawali, Chandrapur
Khanabad Chak is a village situated in the Sawali tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawali and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Karoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanabad Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanabad Chak is 540864. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.9 hectares and falls under the 441224 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Khanabad Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanabad Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Khanabad Chak village had a total population of 166 people, including 93 males and 73 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 166 | 93 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 72 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 21 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Khanabad Chak
Khanabad Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodhegaon | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Akapur | East | 2.44 km |
| Karoli | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Mudaza | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Kudesawali | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Ballarpur Mal | North | 4.73 km |
| Balhapur Chak | North | 5.41 km |
| Bodadha | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Geora Chak | South-East | 5.48 km |
| Sawatla Rith | South | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanabad Chak
Khanabad Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Alewahi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mul to Khanabad Chak is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Khanabad Chak is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanabad Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanabad Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanabad Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanabad Chak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanabad Chak
Where is Khanabad Chak located?
Khanabad Chak village is located in Sawali Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanabad Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanabad Chak is Karoli.
What is the pincode of Khanabad Chak?
The pincode of Khanabad Chak is 441224.
What is the population of Khanabad Chak?
Khanabad Chak had a total population of 166, including 93 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Khanabad Chak?
Khanabad Chak had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanabad Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanabad Chak was 72.73%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 58.82%.