Kekada - Dharni, Amravati
Kekada is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Chatwa Bod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kekada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kekada is 531488. The village covers a total geographical area of 477 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 121 km away.
Kekada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kekada
As per Census 2011, Kekada village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 478 males and 466 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 908 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kekada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 478 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 908 | 462 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 332 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 146 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Kekada
Kekada 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 Kekada
Public transport in the Kekada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Achalpur to Kekada is about 121 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kekada is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kekada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kekada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kekada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kekada 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 Kekada
Where is Kekada located?
Kekada village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kekada is Chatwa Bod.
What is the pincode of Kekada?
The pincode of Kekada is 444702.
What is the population of Kekada?
Kekada has a total population of 944, including 478 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Kekada?
There are 198 households in Kekada.
What is the literacy rate in Kekada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kekada is 61.12%. Male literacy is 69.46% and female literacy is 52.58%.