Khandnal - Jat, Sangli
Khandnal is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Khandnal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandnal is 568916. The village covers a total geographical area of 1170.09 hectares and falls under the 416412 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khandnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandnal
As per Census 2011, Khandnal village has a total population of 1,774 people, consisting of 931 males and 843 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 931 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 117 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 117 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 825 | 529 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 949 | 402 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Khandnal
Khandnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamantanda D.b | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Pandharewadi | South | 3.36 km |
| Pandozari | East | 4.22 km |
| Motewadi | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Jalihal Khurd | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Sankh | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Asangi Turk | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Gondhalewadi | North | 5.76 km |
| Daribadachi | West | 5.87 km |
| Tilyal | North-West | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandnal
Khandnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aliyabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur (karnataka) to Khandnal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Khandnal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandnal 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 Khandnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandnal 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 Khandnal
Where is Khandnal located?
Khandnal village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandnal?
Khandnal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandnal?
The pincode of Khandnal is 416412.
What is the population of Khandnal?
Khandnal has a total population of 1,774, including 931 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Khandnal?
There are 294 households in Khandnal.
What is the literacy rate in Khandnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandnal is 46.51%. Male literacy is 56.82% and female literacy is 35.11%.