Khotale - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Khotale is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Khotale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khotale is 566556. The village covers a total geographical area of 780.6 hectares and falls under the 416603 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khotale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khotale
As per Census 2011, Khotale village has a total population of 769 people, consisting of 380 males and 389 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khotale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 769 | 380 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 584 | 317 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 63 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Khotale
Khotale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waingavade | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Hedul | East | 2.52 km |
| Poip | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Ovaliye | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Dikval | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Hiwale | North | 4.47 km |
| Padave | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Tiravde | South | 4.95 km |
| Shirvande | North | 4.95 km |
| Golwan | South-West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khotale
Khotale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Khotale is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Khotale is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khotale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khotale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khotale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khotale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khotale
Where is Khotale located?
Khotale village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khotale?
Khotale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khotale?
The pincode of Khotale is 416603.
What is the population of Khotale?
Khotale has a total population of 769, including 380 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Khotale?
There are 208 households in Khotale.
What is the literacy rate in Khotale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khotale is 75.94%. Male literacy is 83.42% and female literacy is 68.64%.