Khunte - Phaltan, Satara
Khunte is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khunte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunte is 563265. The village covers a total geographical area of 770.75 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khunte 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 Khunte
As per Census 2011, Khunte village has a total population of 2,726 people, consisting of 1,402 males and 1,324 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,976 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 573 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,726 | 1,402 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 166 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 272 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,976 | 1,103 | 873 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 299 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Khunte
Khunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shindewadi | South | 2.10 km |
| Late | North | 2.11 km |
| Pandharwadi | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Pingalevasti | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Kambleshwar | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Jinti | West | 3.44 km |
| Bajrangwadi | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Fadatarwadi | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Sirshane | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Kambleshwar | East | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khunte
Khunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Khunte is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khunte is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunte 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 Khunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khunte
Where is Khunte located?
Khunte village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khunte?
Khunte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khunte?
The pincode of Khunte is 415523.
What is the population of Khunte?
Khunte has a total population of 2,726, including 1,402 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Khunte?
There are 577 households in Khunte.
What is the literacy rate in Khunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunte is 72.49%. Male literacy is 78.67% and female literacy is 65.94%.