Khambil Chorge - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Khambil Chorge is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khambil Chorge village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambil Chorge is 563002. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Khambil Chorge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambil Chorge
According to the 2011 Census, Khambil Chorge village had a total population of 257 people, including 111 males and 146 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,315 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.22%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 50.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 257 | 111 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 37 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Khambil Chorge
Khambil Chorge 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khambil Pokale | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Vengale | South | 2.08 km |
| Gogave | East | 2.16 km |
| Lakhwad | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Harchandi | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Amshi | West | 2.81 km |
| Taldev | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Rameghar | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Kuroshi | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Varsoli Dev | East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khambil Chorge
Khambil Chorge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 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 Wai to Khambil Chorge is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khambil Chorge is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambil Chorge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambil Chorge 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 Khambil Chorge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambil Chorge village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khambil Chorge
Where is Khambil Chorge located?
Khambil Chorge village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambil Chorge?
Khambil Chorge is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambil Chorge?
The pincode of Khambil Chorge is 412806.
What is the population of Khambil Chorge?
Khambil Chorge had a total population of 257, including 111 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Khambil Chorge?
Khambil Chorge had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambil Chorge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambil Chorge was 62.22%. Male literacy was 77.89% and female literacy was 50.77%.