Khanapur
Khanapur is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Khanapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Khanapur has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khanapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanapur is 563093. The village spans a total geographical area of 371 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Khanapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khanapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khanapur
Population of Khanapur
Below is a concise population overview of Khanapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,108 | 1,100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 138 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 871 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 237 | 356 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khanapur village:
- The total population of Khanapur village is around 2,208, including approximately 1,108 males and 1,100 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Khanapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khanapur village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khanapur village is about 73.14%, with male literacy at 78.61% and female literacy at 67.64%.
- There are around 497 households in Khanapur village.
Connectivity of Khanapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanapur. As per the 2011 stats, Khanapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khanapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Khanapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khanapur
- Where is Khanapur located?
- Khanapur village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khanapur?
- Khanapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khanapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanapur is 2,208, with 1,108 males and 1,100 females.
- How many households are there in Khanapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khanapur village has a total of 497 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khanapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanapur is 73.14%. The male literacy rate is 78.61%, while the female literacy rate is 67.64%.