Khanyale - Dodamarg, Sindhudurg
Khanyale is a village situated in the Dodamarg tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasai and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Bodade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanyale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanyale is 566968. The village covers a total geographical area of 972 hectares and falls under the 416512 pincode. Mapusa(goa) is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khanyale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanyale
According to the 2011 Census, Khanyale village had a total population of 444 people, including 214 males and 230 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.35%, with male literacy at 88.72% and female literacy at 72.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 444 | 214 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 173 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 41 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Khanyale
Khanyale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodade | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Awade | North | 1.97 km |
| Khokral | South | 3.21 km |
| Sateli Bhedshi | West | 3.39 km |
| Ghotage | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Shirange | East | 3.87 km |
| Konal | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Zare | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Ghotagewadi | North | 4.58 km |
| Parme | North-West | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanyale
Khanyale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thivim, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mapusa(goa) to Khanyale is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Khanyale is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanyale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanyale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khanyale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanyale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khanyale
Where is Khanyale located?
Khanyale village is located in Dodamarg Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanyale?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanyale is Bodade.
What is the pincode of Khanyale?
The pincode of Khanyale is 416512.
What is the population of Khanyale?
Khanyale had a total population of 444, including 214 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Khanyale?
Khanyale had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanyale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanyale was 80.35%. Male literacy was 88.72% and female literacy was 72.46%.