Kakadgaon - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kakadgaon is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kakadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakadgaon is 477369. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.69 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kakadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kakadgaon village had a total population of 1,159 people, including 583 males and 576 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 92.65% and female literacy at 70.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 1,159 | 583 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 454 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 129 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Kakadgaon
Kakadgaon 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 Kakadgaon
Kakadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khargone to Kakadgaon is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kakadgaon is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kakadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kakadgaon
Where is Kakadgaon located?
Kakadgaon village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakadgaon?
Kakadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kakadgaon?
The pincode of Kakadgaon is 451335.
What is the population of Kakadgaon?
Kakadgaon had a total population of 1,159, including 583 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Kakadgaon?
Kakadgaon had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakadgaon was 81.47%. Male literacy was 92.65% and female literacy was 70.33%.