Khirkhindi - Koregaon, Satara
Khirkhindi is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khirkhindi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirkhindi is 563691. The village covers a total geographical area of 4 hectares and falls under the 415501 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khirkhindi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirkhindi
As per Census 2011, Khirkhindi village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 232 males and 244 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirkhindi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 232 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Khirkhindi
Khirkhindi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khirkhindi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khirkhindi. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khirkhindi.
| 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 Rahimatpur to Khirkhindi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khirkhindi is about 29 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 Khirkhindi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirkhindi 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 Khirkhindi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirkhindi 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 Khirkhindi
Where is Khirkhindi located?
Khirkhindi village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirkhindi?
Khirkhindi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirkhindi?
The pincode of Khirkhindi is 415501.
What is the population of Khirkhindi?
Khirkhindi has a total population of 476, including 232 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Khirkhindi?
There are 117 households in Khirkhindi.
What is the literacy rate in Khirkhindi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirkhindi is 72.48%. Male literacy is 78.45% and female literacy is 66.80%.