Khalap - Deola, Nashik
Khalap is a village situated in the Deola tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deola and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Khalap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalap is 549945. The village covers a total geographical area of 792 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khalap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalap
According to the 2011 Census, Khalap village had a total population of 4,016 people, including 2,090 males and 1,926 females, living in 826 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.90%, with male literacy at 89.31% and female literacy at 78.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 679.
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 | 4,016 | 2,090 | 1,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 303 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 91 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 679 | 334 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 2,919 | 1,596 | 1,323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,097 | 494 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Khalap
Khalap 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohaner | West | 2.07 km |
| Vasol | East | 2.24 km |
| Fulemalwadi | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Khuntewadi | South | 3.42 km |
| Malwadi | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Vijaynagar | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Khadaktale | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Phule Nagar | East | 4.35 km |
| Satwaichiwadi | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Thengoda | North-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khalap
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khalap. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Khalap is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Khalap is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khalap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalap 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 Khalap
Where is Khalap located?
Khalap village is located in Deola Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalap?
Khalap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khalap?
The pincode of Khalap is 423301.
What is the population of Khalap?
Khalap had a total population of 4,016, including 2,090 males and 1,926 females.
How many households are there in Khalap?
Khalap had 826 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalap was 83.90%. Male literacy was 89.31% and female literacy was 78.19%.