Khanapur - Karanja, Washim
Khanapur is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Khanapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanapur is 530847. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.09 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanapur
As per Census 2011, Khanapur village has a total population of 1,038 people, consisting of 549 males and 489 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 822 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 549 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 60 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 141 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 461 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 88 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Khanapur
Khanapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khanapur
Khanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Khanapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Khanapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanapur
Where is Khanapur located?
Khanapur village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanapur?
Khanapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanapur?
The pincode of Khanapur is 444107.
What is the population of Khanapur?
Khanapur has a total population of 1,038, including 549 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Khanapur?
There are 254 households in Khanapur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanapur is 79.19%. Male literacy is 83.97% and female literacy is 73.82%.