Khambala - Manora, Washim
Khambala is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Khambhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khambala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambala is 531133. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khambala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambala
As per Census 2011, Khambala village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 505 males and 458 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 592 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 814 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khambala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 505 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 814 | 427 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 361 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 144 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Khambala
Khambala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ingalwadi | South | 2.03 km |
| Shegi | North | 2.37 km |
| Ramgadh | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Dabhadi | West | 3.31 km |
| Bhadkumbha | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Mendra | South | 3.80 km |
| Shendurjana Adhav | East | 4.47 km |
| Bhildongar | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Girda | North | 4.95 km |
| Chincholi | West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khambala
Khambala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 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 Mangrulpir to Khambala is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Khambala is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khambala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambala 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 Khambala
Where is Khambala located?
Khambala village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambala?
The Gram Panchayat of Khambala is Khambhala.
What is the pincode of Khambala?
The pincode of Khambala is 444403.
What is the population of Khambala?
Khambala has a total population of 963, including 505 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Khambala?
There are 231 households in Khambala.
What is the literacy rate in Khambala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambala is 61.47%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 50.44%.