Kandhane - Malegaon, Nashik
Kandhane is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kandhane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhane is 550202. The village covers a total geographical area of 698 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kandhane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhane
As per Census 2011, Kandhane village has a total population of 1,519 people, consisting of 785 males and 734 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandhane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,519 | 785 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 618 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 167 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhane
Kandhane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Zodge | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Astane | West | 2.63 km |
| Bendrepada | North | 4.27 km |
| Lakhani | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Jalku | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Purmepada | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Gugulwad | South-East | 5.67 km |
| Rajmane | North-West | 5.89 km |
| Devarpada | South | 6.56 km |
| Bhilkot | South-East | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandhane
Kandhane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Borvihir, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.1 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 Malegaon to Kandhane is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Kandhane is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandhane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandhane
Where is Kandhane located?
Kandhane village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhane?
Kandhane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandhane?
The pincode of Kandhane is 423205.
What is the population of Kandhane?
Kandhane has a total population of 1,519, including 785 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Kandhane?
There are 324 households in Kandhane.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhane is 68.73%. Male literacy is 78.73% and female literacy is 58.04%.