Khalad - Purandhar, Pune
Khalad is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Khalad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalad is 556488. The village covers a total geographical area of 1260.34 hectares and falls under the 412301 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khalad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalad
As per Census 2011, Khalad village has a total population of 3,104 people, consisting of 1,559 males and 1,545 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,394 literate and 710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,104 | 1,559 | 1,545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 155 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,394 | 1,296 | 1,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 263 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Khalad
Khalad 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 Khalad
Khalad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khalad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Khalad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Khalad is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalad
Where is Khalad located?
Khalad village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalad?
Khalad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khalad?
The pincode of Khalad is 412301.
What is the population of Khalad?
Khalad has a total population of 3,104, including 1,559 males and 1,545 females.
How many households are there in Khalad?
There are 635 households in Khalad.
What is the literacy rate in Khalad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalad is 77.13%. Male literacy is 83.13% and female literacy is 71.07%.