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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Khandala village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 108 males and 94 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandala are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Khandala?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandala is Ratnapur.
What is the pincode of Khandala?
The pincode of Khandala is 441223.
What is the population of Khandala?
Khandala has a total population of 202, including 108 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Khandala?
There are 55 households in Khandala.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala is 64.85%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 53.19%.