Khandale - Shirur, Pune
Khandale is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Khandale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandale is 555619. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.38 hectares and falls under the 412209 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khandale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandale
According to the 2011 Census, Khandale village had a total population of 1,831 people, including 946 males and 885 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.63%, with male literacy at 91.71% and female literacy at 73.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 1,831 | 946 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,322 | 752 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 194 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Khandale
Khandale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpari Dumala | North | 3.11 km |
| Kondhapuri | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Ranjangaon Ganpati | East | 3.50 km |
| Ganegaon Khalsa | West | 4.28 km |
| Waghale | North | 4.69 km |
| Nimgaon Mhalungi | South | 5.43 km |
| Warude | North-West | 6.38 km |
| Karanjavane | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Burunjwadi | West | 6.63 km |
| Sone Sangavi | North | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandale
Khandale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Yevat, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 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 Shirur to Khandale is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Khandale is about 40 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 Khandale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandale 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khandale
Where is Khandale located?
Khandale village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khandale?
Khandale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandale?
The pincode of Khandale is 412209.
What is the population of Khandale?
Khandale had a total population of 1,831, including 946 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Khandale?
Khandale had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandale was 82.63%. Male literacy was 91.71% and female literacy was 73.08%.