Khilegaon - Athni, Belagavi
Khilegaon is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Athani and around 150 km from Belgaum. Khelegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilegaon is 597247. The village covers a total geographical area of 1235.51 hectares and falls under the 591212 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khilegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kagwad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khilegaon
As per Census 2011, Khilegaon village has a total population of 3,515 people, consisting of 1,785 males and 1,730 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 450 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,284 literate and 1,231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 690 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khilegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,515 | 1,785 | 1,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 234 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 690 | 354 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,284 | 1,307 | 977 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,231 | 478 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Khilegaon
Khilegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lonarwadi | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Ajur | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Pandegaon | West | 3.42 km |
| Shirur | South | 4.15 km |
| Ranjani | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Chabukswarwadi | South-West | 6.40 km |
| Naganur P.a. | South-East | 6.41 km |
| Sambaragi | South | 7.19 km |
| Kokale | North-East | 7.60 km |
| Shinganapur | East | 7.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khilegaon
Khilegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Agran Dhulgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Khilegaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Khilegaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khilegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khilegaon
Where is Khilegaon located?
Khilegaon village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khilegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilegaon is Khelegaon.
What is the pincode of Khilegaon?
The pincode of Khilegaon is 591212.
What is the population of Khilegaon?
Khilegaon has a total population of 3,515, including 1,785 males and 1,730 females.
How many households are there in Khilegaon?
There are 739 households in Khilegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khilegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilegaon is 64.98%. Male literacy is 73.22% and female literacy is 56.47%.