Khundalapur - Shirala, Sangli
Khundalapur is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Khundalapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khundalapur is 568216. The village covers a total geographical area of 698 hectares and falls under the 415415 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Khundalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khundalapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khundalapur village had a total population of 340 people, including 168 males and 172 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.85%, with male literacy at 68.57% and female literacy at 46.05%.
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 | 340 | 168 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 96 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 72 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Khundalapur
Khundalapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasani | East | 3.34 km |
| Manadur | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Amboli | South | 3.73 km |
| Karde | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Wadi Hudumb | West | 4.56 km |
| Ghotil | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Nigade | North | 5.05 km |
| Sonavade | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Tambave | South-West | 5.63 km |
| Ukhalu | South | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khundalapur
Public transport in the Khundalapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangmeshwar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Khundalapur is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Khundalapur is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khundalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khundalapur 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 Khundalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khundalapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khundalapur
Where is Khundalapur located?
Khundalapur village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khundalapur?
Khundalapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khundalapur?
The pincode of Khundalapur is 415415.
What is the population of Khundalapur?
Khundalapur had a total population of 340, including 168 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Khundalapur?
Khundalapur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khundalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khundalapur was 56.85%. Male literacy was 68.57% and female literacy was 46.05%.