Khanderajuri - Miraj, Sangli
Khanderajuri is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Khanderajuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanderajuri is 568730. The village covers a total geographical area of 4277 hectares and falls under the 416414 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khanderajuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanderajuri
As per Census 2011, Khanderajuri village has a total population of 5,506 people, consisting of 2,846 males and 2,660 females. The village has 1,163 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 606 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,067 literate and 1,439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanderajuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,506 | 2,846 | 2,660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 294 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,114 | 558 | 556 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,067 | 2,310 | 1,757 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,439 | 536 | 903 |
Nearby Villages of Khanderajuri
Khanderajuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundewadi | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Payappachiwadi | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Kharshing | North | 5.06 km |
| Banewadi | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Dongarwadi | East | 5.47 km |
| Erandoli | South | 6.40 km |
| Kuktoli | East | 6.44 km |
| Siddhewadi | West | 6.76 km |
| Shipur | South-East | 7.24 km |
| Vyankuchiwadi | South | 7.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanderajuri
Public transport in the Khanderajuri is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arag, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Khanderajuri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Khanderajuri is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanderajuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanderajuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khanderajuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanderajuri 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanderajuri
Where is Khanderajuri located?
Khanderajuri village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanderajuri?
Khanderajuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanderajuri?
The pincode of Khanderajuri is 416414.
What is the population of Khanderajuri?
Khanderajuri has a total population of 5,506, including 2,846 males and 2,660 females.
How many households are there in Khanderajuri?
There are 1,163 households in Khanderajuri.
What is the literacy rate in Khanderajuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanderajuri is 73.86%. Male literacy is 81.17% and female literacy is 66.05%.