Khandavi Village - Barshi, Solapur
Khandavi is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Khandavi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandavi is 562086. The village covers a total geographical area of 2589.23 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khandavi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandavi
As per Census 2011, Khandavi village has a total population of 4,003 people, consisting of 2,101 males and 1,902 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,479 literate and 1,524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandavi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,003 | 2,101 | 1,902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 304 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 320 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 2,479 | 1,417 | 1,062 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,524 | 684 | 840 |
Nearby Villages of Khandavi
Khandavi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alipur | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Kavhe | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Balewadi | East | 5.14 km |
| Korfale | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Upalai (thonge) | North-West | 5.90 km |
| Shripat Pimpri | South | 6.37 km |
| Bhoinje | South-West | 7.10 km |
| Lakshyachiwadi | North | 7.36 km |
| Dadshinge | East | 7.65 km |
| Nagobachiwadi | North | 7.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandavi
Khandavi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uplai, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 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 Barshi to Khandavi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Khandavi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandavi 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 Khandavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khandavi
Where is Khandavi located?
Khandavi village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandavi?
Khandavi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandavi?
The pincode of Khandavi is 413401.
What is the population of Khandavi?
Khandavi has a total population of 4,003, including 2,101 males and 1,902 females.
How many households are there in Khandavi?
There are 817 households in Khandavi.
What is the literacy rate in Khandavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandavi is 61.93%. Male literacy is 67.44% and female literacy is 55.84%.