Khanapur - Ajra, Kolhapur
Khanapur is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Khanapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanapur is 567958. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanapur village had a total population of 781 people, including 394 males and 387 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.01%, with male literacy at 83.29% and female literacy at 60.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 781 | 394 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 299 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 95 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Khanapur
Khanapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deulwadi | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Masoli | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Kasar Kandgaon | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Polgaon | South | 2.39 km |
| Ite | West | 2.63 km |
| Velawatti | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Pethewadi | North | 3.02 km |
| Murude | East | 3.54 km |
| Haloli | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Jeur | South-East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanapur
Public transport in the Khanapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Khanapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Khanapur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanapur
Where is Khanapur located?
Khanapur village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khanapur?
Khanapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanapur?
The pincode of Khanapur is 416505.
What is the population of Khanapur?
Khanapur had a total population of 781, including 394 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Khanapur?
Khanapur had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanapur was 72.01%. Male literacy was 83.29% and female literacy was 60.51%.