Khandali - Malshiras, Solapur
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 Khandali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandali is 562487. The village covers a total geographical area of 962.78 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
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 Khandali
As per Census 2011, Khandali village has a total population of 4,198 people, consisting of 2,183 males and 2,015 females. The village has 833 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,818 literate and 1,380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,198 | 2,183 | 2,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 256 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,215 | 621 | 594 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 104 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 2,818 | 1,612 | 1,206 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,380 | 571 | 809 |
Nearby Villages of Khandali
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dattanagar (khandali) | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Malinagar | North | 4.04 km |
| Chaundeshwarwadi | West | 4.20 km |
| Mahalung | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Ughadewadi | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Borgaon | East | 5.04 km |
| Yashawantnagar | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Malkhambi | South-East | 6.19 km |
| Velapur | South | 6.31 km |
| Vizori | West | 6.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandali
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 74.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Khandali is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to 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 Khandali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Khandali
Where is Khandali located?
Khandali village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandali is Khandalidattanagar.
What is the pincode of Khandali?
The pincode of Khandali is 413113.
What is the population of Khandali?
Khandali has a total population of 4,198, including 2,183 males and 2,015 females.
How many households are there in Khandali?
There are 833 households in Khandali.
What is the literacy rate in Khandali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandali is 67.13%. Male literacy is 73.84% and female literacy is 59.85%.