Khandgaon - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Khandgaon is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Khandgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandgaon is 545156. The village covers a total geographical area of 980 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khandgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khandgaon village had a total population of 1,808 people, including 914 males and 894 females, living in 401 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.75%, with male literacy at 84.47% and female literacy at 60.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 561.
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 | 1,808 | 914 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 122 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 275 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 669 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 245 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Khandgaon
Khandgaon 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 Khandgaon
Public transport in the Khandgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Khandgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Khandgaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khandgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khandgaon
Where is Khandgaon located?
Khandgaon village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khandgaon?
Khandgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandgaon?
The pincode of Khandgaon is 431722.
What is the population of Khandgaon?
Khandgaon had a total population of 1,808, including 914 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Khandgaon?
Khandgaon had 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandgaon was 72.75%. Male literacy was 84.47% and female literacy was 60.94%.