Khamgaon - Sindkhed Raja, Buldhana
Khamgaon is a village situated in the Sindkhed Raja tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Sindkhed Raja and around 115 km from Buldana. Khamgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamgaon is 529495. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 443203 pincode. Sindkhed Raja is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khamgaon village had a total population of 1,156 people, including 619 males and 537 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.91%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 51.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 1,156 | 619 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 100 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 79 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 461 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 158 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Khamgaon
Khamgaon 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 Khamgaon
Public transport in the Khamgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sindkhed Raja to Khamgaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Khamgaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamgaon
Where is Khamgaon located?
Khamgaon village is located in Sindkhed Raja Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khamgaon?
Khamgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamgaon?
The pincode of Khamgaon is 443203.
What is the population of Khamgaon?
Khamgaon had a total population of 1,156, including 619 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Khamgaon?
Khamgaon had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamgaon was 70.91%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 51.17%.