Khambala - Kinwat, Nanded
Khambala is a village situated in the Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kinwat and around 190 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Khambala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambala is 544197. The village covers a total geographical area of 615 hectares and falls under the 431805 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khambala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambala
According to the 2011 Census, Khambala village had a total population of 1,918 people, including 986 males and 932 females, living in 477 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.14%, with male literacy at 84.48% and female literacy at 57.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,918 | 986 | 932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 58 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 713 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 273 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Khambala
Khambala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chimata | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Hatola | East | 2.43 km |
| Tembi Tanda | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Both | South | 2.93 km |
| Pardi | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Pathari | West | 3.62 km |
| Khadaka | North | 3.78 km |
| Parasram Naik Tanda | South | 4.18 km |
| Sakru Na.tanda | East | 4.39 km |
| Kawtha Bk. | North-West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khambala
Khambala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 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 Kinwat to Khambala is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Khambala is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khambala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khambala
Where is Khambala located?
Khambala village is located in Kinwat Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambala?
Khambala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambala?
The pincode of Khambala is 431805.
What is the population of Khambala?
Khambala had a total population of 1,918, including 986 males and 932 females.
How many households are there in Khambala?
Khambala had 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambala was 71.14%. Male literacy was 84.48% and female literacy was 57.39%.