Khatwani - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Khatwani is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Katawani serves as the Village Panchayat for Khatwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatwani is 525135. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.72 hectares and falls under the 425415 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khatwani 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 Khatwani
According to the 2011 Census, Khatwani village had a total population of 1,817 people, including 894 males and 923 females, living in 413 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.57%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 65.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,810.
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 | 1,817 | 894 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,810 | 891 | 919 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 640 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 254 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Khatwani
Khatwani 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 Khatwani
Khatwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Khatwani is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Khatwani is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khatwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatwani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatwani
Where is Khatwani located?
Khatwani village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khatwani?
The Village Panchayat of Khatwani is Katawani.
What is the pincode of Khatwani?
The pincode of Khatwani is 425415.
What is the population of Khatwani?
Khatwani had a total population of 1,817, including 894 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Khatwani?
Khatwani had 413 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatwani was 73.57%. Male literacy was 82.47% and female literacy was 65.12%.