Khai - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Khai is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Khai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khai is 525094. The village covers a total geographical area of 1298.63 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khai
As per Census 2011, Khai village has a total population of 1,590 people, consisting of 850 males and 740 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,590 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,590 | 850 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 174 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,590 | 850 | 740 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 355 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 495 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Khai
Khai 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 Khai
Khai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Talode to Khai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Khai is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khai
Where is Khai located?
Khai village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khai?
Khai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khai?
The pincode of Khai is 425452.
What is the population of Khai?
Khai has a total population of 1,590, including 850 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Khai?
There are 312 households in Khai.
What is the literacy rate in Khai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khai is 38.30%. Male literacy is 41.76% and female literacy is 34.32%.