Khavali - Wai, Satara
Khavali is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khavali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khavali is 563054. The village covers a total geographical area of 392 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khavali 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 Khavali
According to the 2011 Census, Khavali village had a total population of 622 people, including 267 males and 355 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,330 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.30%, with male literacy at 89.83% and female literacy at 62.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 622 | 267 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 31 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 212 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 55 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Khavali
Khavali 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 Khavali
Khavali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khavali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khavali is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khavali 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 Khavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khavali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khavali
Where is Khavali located?
Khavali village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khavali?
Khavali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khavali?
The pincode of Khavali is 412803.
What is the population of Khavali?
Khavali had a total population of 622, including 267 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Khavali?
Khavali had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khavali was 74.30%. Male literacy was 89.83% and female literacy was 62.13%.