Khalawe - Malshiras, Solapur
Khalawe is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Khalawe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalawe is 562485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1030 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khalawe 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 Khalawe
As per Census 2011, Khalawe village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,118 males and 1,003 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,390 literate and 731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalawe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,118 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 162 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 154 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,390 | 790 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 328 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Khalawe
Khalawe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vithalwadi | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Dasur | South | 2.35 km |
| Bondale | West | 3.22 km |
| Malkhambi | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Jambud | North | 3.98 km |
| Tondale | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Pirachi Kuroli | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Keskarwadi | South | 5.64 km |
| Avhe | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Ughadewadi | West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khalawe
Khalawe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 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 Pandharpur to Khalawe is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Khalawe 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 Khalawe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalawe 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalawe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalawe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalawe
Where is Khalawe located?
Khalawe village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalawe?
Khalawe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khalawe?
The pincode of Khalawe is 413113.
What is the population of Khalawe?
Khalawe has a total population of 2,121, including 1,118 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Khalawe?
There are 447 households in Khalawe.
What is the literacy rate in Khalawe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalawe is 65.54%. Male literacy is 70.66% and female literacy is 59.82%.