Khojanwadi - Jat, Sangli
Khojanwadi is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Khojanawadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Khojanwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khojanwadi is 568937. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khojanwadi 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 Khojanwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khojanwadi village had a total population of 2,775 people, including 1,439 males and 1,336 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.40%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 62.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 2,775 | 1,439 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 187 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,747 | 1,021 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 418 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Khojanwadi
Khojanwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Untwadi | North | 3.90 km |
| Ravalgundwadi | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Umarani | South | 5.47 km |
| Devnal | North | 6.55 km |
| Kottalgi | South-East | 6.67 km |
| Bilur | West | 7.35 km |
| Mallal | North-West | 8.04 km |
| Yeldari | North-West | 8.48 km |
| Basargi | South-West | 8.62 km |
| Amrutwadi | North | 9.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khojanwadi
Khojanwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.5 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 Bijapur (karnataka) to Khojanwadi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Khojanwadi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khojanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khojanwadi 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 Khojanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khojanwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khojanwadi
Where is Khojanwadi located?
Khojanwadi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khojanwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Khojanwadi is Khojanawadi.
What is the pincode of Khojanwadi?
The pincode of Khojanwadi is 416404.
What is the population of Khojanwadi?
Khojanwadi had a total population of 2,775, including 1,439 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Khojanwadi?
Khojanwadi had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khojanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khojanwadi was 72.40%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 62.53%.