Rahegaon - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Rahegaon is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Rehgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahegaon is 477412. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.85 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Rahegaon 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 Rahegaon
As per Census 2011, Rahegaon village has a total population of 2,211 people, consisting of 1,131 males and 1,080 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,388 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,211 | 1,131 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 123 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,388 | 793 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 338 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Rahegaon
Rahegaon 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 Rahegaon
Rahegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Rahegaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rahegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahegaon 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 Rahegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahegaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Rahegaon
Where is Rahegaon located?
Rahegaon village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahegaon is Rehgaon.
What is the pincode of Rahegaon?
The pincode of Rahegaon is 451331.
What is the population of Rahegaon?
Rahegaon has a total population of 2,211, including 1,131 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Rahegaon?
There are 461 households in Rahegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rahegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahegaon is 62.78%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 55.09%.