Khandala - Sindewahi, Chandrapur
Khandala is a village situated in the Sindewahi tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sindewahi and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Ratnapur serves as the Village Panchayat for Khandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandala is 540990. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 441223 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 40 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 202 people, including 108 males and 94 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.01%, with male literacy at 84.38% and female literacy at 61.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 202 | 108 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 81 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 27 | 44 |
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
Khandala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Khandala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Khandala is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandala
Where is Khandala located?
Khandala village is located in Sindewahi Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khandala?
The Village Panchayat of Khandala is Ratnapur.
What is the pincode of Khandala?
The pincode of Khandala is 441223.
What is the population of Khandala?
Khandala had a total population of 202, including 108 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Khandala?
Khandala had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala was 74.01%. Male literacy was 84.38% and female literacy was 61.73%.