Khanapur - Wai, Satara
Khanapur is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khanapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanapur is 563093. The village covers a total geographical area of 371 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khanapur 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 Khanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khanapur village had a total population of 2,208 people, including 1,108 males and 1,100 females, living in 497 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.48%, with male literacy at 89.79% and female literacy at 75.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 871 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 237 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Khanapur
Khanapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pande | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Sultanpur | West | 2.30 km |
| Shendurjane | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Wai (rural) | West | 3.36 km |
| Kenjal | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Ozarde | South | 3.53 km |
| Kawathe | East | 3.62 km |
| Bopegaon | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Shelarwadi | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Parkhandi | North-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanapur
Khanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Khanapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khanapur is about 30 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 Khanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanapur
Where is Khanapur located?
Khanapur village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanapur?
Khanapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanapur?
The pincode of Khanapur is 412803.
What is the population of Khanapur?
Khanapur had a total population of 2,208, including 1,108 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Khanapur?
Khanapur had 497 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanapur was 82.48%. Male literacy was 89.79% and female literacy was 75.30%.