Khudus - Malshiras, Solapur
Khudus is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Khudus village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudus is 562443. The village covers a total geographical area of 1935.9 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Khudus 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 Khudus
As per Census 2011, Khudus village has a total population of 6,642 people, consisting of 3,407 males and 3,235 females. The village has 1,315 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 871 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,315 literate and 2,327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,574 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khudus are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,642 | 3,407 | 3,235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 445 | 426 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,574 | 809 | 765 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 4,315 | 2,472 | 1,843 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,327 | 935 | 1,392 |
Nearby Villages of Khudus
Khudus 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dombalwadi | West | 2.59 km |
| Zanjewadi | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Paniv | North | 3.49 km |
| Vizori | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Vijaywadi | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Pisewadi | East | 5.00 km |
| Nimgaon | South | 5.60 km |
| Girzani | North | 5.98 km |
| Tarangfal | South-West | 6.50 km |
| Chaundeshwarwadi | North-East | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khudus
Khudus 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 81.0 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 Khudus is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Khudus is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudus
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudus village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khudus
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudus 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khudus
Where is Khudus located?
Khudus village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khudus?
Khudus is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudus?
The pincode of Khudus is 413113.
What is the population of Khudus?
Khudus has a total population of 6,642, including 3,407 males and 3,235 females.
How many households are there in Khudus?
There are 1,315 households in Khudus.
What is the literacy rate in Khudus?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudus is 64.97%. Male literacy is 72.56% and female literacy is 56.97%.