Dattanagar (Khandali) - Malshiras, Solapur
Dattanagar (Khandali) is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Khandalidattanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dattanagar (Khandali) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dattanagar (Khandali) is 562486. The village covers a total geographical area of 817 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dattanagar (Khandali) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dattanagar (Khandali)
As per Census 2011, Dattanagar (Khandali) village has a total population of 3,511 people, consisting of 1,815 males and 1,696 females. The village has 749 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,250 literate and 1,261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dattanagar (Khandali) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,511 | 1,815 | 1,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 256 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 196 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,250 | 1,273 | 977 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 542 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Dattanagar (Khandali)
Dattanagar (Khandali) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandali | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Chaundeshwarwadi | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Vizori | West | 4.08 km |
| Pisewadi | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Yashawantnagar | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Velapur | South | 5.04 km |
| Vijaywadi | West | 5.46 km |
| Malinagar | North | 5.66 km |
| Ughadewadi | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Girzani | North-West | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dattanagar (Khandali)
Dattanagar (Khandali) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pandharpur to Dattanagar (Khandali) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Dattanagar (Khandali) is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dattanagar (Khandali)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dattanagar (Khandali) 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 Dattanagar (Khandali)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dattanagar (Khandali) 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 Dattanagar (Khandali)
Where is Dattanagar (Khandali) located?
Dattanagar (Khandali) village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dattanagar (Khandali)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dattanagar (Khandali) is Khandalidattanagar.
What is the pincode of Dattanagar (Khandali)?
The pincode of Dattanagar (Khandali) is 413113.
What is the population of Dattanagar (Khandali)?
Dattanagar (Khandali) has a total population of 3,511, including 1,815 males and 1,696 females.
How many households are there in Dattanagar (Khandali)?
There are 749 households in Dattanagar (Khandali).
What is the literacy rate in Dattanagar (Khandali)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dattanagar (Khandali) is 64.08%. Male literacy is 70.14% and female literacy is 57.61%.