Khandala S - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Khandala S is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Khandla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandala S village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandala S is 539913. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Khandala S village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandala S
According to the 2011 Census, Khandala S village had a total population of 467 people, including 236 males and 231 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.25%, with male literacy at 73.40% and female literacy at 59.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
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 | 467 | 236 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 185 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 149 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 87 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Khandala S
Khandala S 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 S
Khandala S is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ballarpur to Khandala S is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Khandala S is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandala S
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandala S village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandala S
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 S 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandala S
Where is Khandala S located?
Khandala S village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandala S?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandala S is Khandla.
What is the pincode of Khandala S?
The pincode of Khandala S is 442709.
What is the population of Khandala S?
Khandala S had a total population of 467, including 236 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Khandala S?
Khandala S had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala S?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala S was 66.25%. Male literacy was 73.40% and female literacy was 59.00%.