Khardi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Khardi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Khardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardi is 562376. The village covers a total geographical area of 2641.68 hectares and falls under the 413317 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khardi
As per Census 2011, Khardi village has a total population of 7,068 people, consisting of 3,704 males and 3,364 females. The village has 1,366 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 988 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,305 literate and 2,763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,068 | 3,704 | 3,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 988 | 513 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,384 | 710 | 674 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 4,305 | 2,526 | 1,779 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,763 | 1,178 | 1,585 |
Nearby Villages of Khardi
Khardi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangewadi | South | 3.83 km |
| Metakarwadi | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Bohali | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Shetphal(tapkiri) | South-East | 4.83 km |
| Umbargaon | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Methvade | South | 5.47 km |
| Shirbavi | West | 6.45 km |
| Devkatewadi | South-West | 6.53 km |
| Tanali | South-East | 6.90 km |
| Kasegaon | North-East | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khardi
Khardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Khardi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Khardi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardi 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 Khardi
Where is Khardi located?
Khardi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardi?
Khardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khardi?
The pincode of Khardi is 413317.
What is the population of Khardi?
Khardi has a total population of 7,068, including 3,704 males and 3,364 females.
How many households are there in Khardi?
There are 1,366 households in Khardi.
What is the literacy rate in Khardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardi is 60.91%. Male literacy is 68.20% and female literacy is 52.88%.