Khedegaon - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Khedegaon is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Mangahoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedegaon is 447715. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.4 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khedegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khedegaon village had a total population of 150 people, including 83 males and 67 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 807 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.33%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 47.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 150 | 83 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 48 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 35 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Khedegaon
Khedegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurwandi | East | 1.88 km |
| Manghur | North | 2.46 km |
| Kosparali | West | 2.82 km |
| Dodadekadar | South | 3.33 km |
| Hamatwahi | East | 3.41 km |
| Parali | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Pachangi | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Palvi | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Chikhli | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Sonpal | East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedegaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khedegaon. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Khedegaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Khedegaon is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedegaon 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 Khedegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedegaon
Where is Khedegaon located?
Khedegaon village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedegaon is Mangahoor.
What is the pincode of Khedegaon?
The pincode of Khedegaon is 494771.
What is the population of Khedegaon?
Khedegaon had a total population of 150, including 83 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Khedegaon?
Khedegaon had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedegaon was 60.33%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 47.17%.