Khambale - Shirpur, Dhule
Khambale is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Khambale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambale is 525994. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.6 hectares and falls under the 425405 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khambale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khambale
According to the 2011 Census, Khambale village had a total population of 3,956 people, including 2,008 males and 1,948 females, living in 728 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.38%, with male literacy at 51.38% and female literacy at 35.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,928.
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 | 3,956 | 2,008 | 1,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 763 | 412 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,928 | 1,494 | 1,434 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 820 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,571 | 1,188 | 1,383 |
Nearby Villages of Khambale
Khambale 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 Khambale
Public transport in the Khambale is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shirpur to Khambale is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Khambale is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khambale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khambale
Where is Khambale located?
Khambale village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khambale?
Khambale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambale?
The pincode of Khambale is 425405.
What is the population of Khambale?
Khambale had a total population of 3,956, including 2,008 males and 1,948 females.
How many households are there in Khambale?
Khambale had 728 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambale was 43.38%. Male literacy was 51.38% and female literacy was 35.38%.