Khodala - Mokhada, Palghar
Khodala is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Mokhada and around 110 km from Thane. Khodala village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodala is 551998. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.7 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khodala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khodala
According to the 2011 Census, Khodala village had a total population of 3,178 people, including 1,561 males and 1,617 females, living in 684 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.71%, with male literacy at 81.16% and female literacy at 66.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 259, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,965.
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 | 3,178 | 1,561 | 1,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 255 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,965 | 954 | 1,011 |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,060 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,207 | 501 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Khodala
Khodala 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 Khodala
Khodala 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 Jawhar to Khodala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khodala is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khodala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khodala
Where is Khodala located?
Khodala village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khodala?
Khodala is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodala?
The pincode of Khodala is 401604.
What is the population of Khodala?
Khodala had a total population of 3,178, including 1,561 males and 1,617 females.
How many households are there in Khodala?
Khodala had 684 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodala was 73.71%. Male literacy was 81.16% and female literacy was 66.59%.