Khuntegaon - Ausa, Latur
Khuntegaon is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Khuntegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntegaon is 560635. The village covers a total geographical area of 998.2 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khuntegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntegaon
As per Census 2011, Khuntegaon village has a total population of 2,742 people, consisting of 1,428 males and 1,314 females. The village has 526 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,721 literate and 1,021 illiterate residents. Additionally, 667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,742 | 1,428 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 192 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 346 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 966 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 462 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntegaon
Khuntegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamalpur | North | 3.10 km |
| Shindala Jahagir | North | 3.12 km |
| Selu | West | 3.28 km |
| Yerandi | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Hasegaon | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Hasala | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Sarola | South | 4.33 km |
| Hipparsoga | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Budhoda | West | 5.01 km |
| Chandeshwar | North | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuntegaon
Khuntegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Latur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| 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 Ausa to Khuntegaon is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Khuntegaon is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntegaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuntegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khuntegaon
Where is Khuntegaon located?
Khuntegaon village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntegaon?
Khuntegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuntegaon?
The pincode of Khuntegaon is 413520.
What is the population of Khuntegaon?
Khuntegaon has a total population of 2,742, including 1,428 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Khuntegaon?
There are 526 households in Khuntegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntegaon is 62.76%. Male literacy is 67.65% and female literacy is 57.46%.