Kehakawahi S - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Kehakawahi S is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Pannemara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kehakawahi S village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehakawahi S is 538934. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Kehakawahi S village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kehakawahi S
According to the 2011 Census, Kehakawahi S village had a total population of 177 people, including 93 males and 84 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.30%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 45.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 48 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kehakawahi S
Kehakawahi S 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 Kehakawahi S
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kehakawahi S.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Kehakawahi S is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kehakawahi S is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kehakawahi S
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehakawahi S village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kehakawahi S
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehakawahi S 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 Kehakawahi S
Where is Kehakawahi S located?
Kehakawahi S village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kehakawahi S?
The Gram Panchayat of Kehakawahi S is Pannemara.
What is the pincode of Kehakawahi S?
The pincode of Kehakawahi S is 442606.
What is the population of Kehakawahi S?
Kehakawahi S had a total population of 177, including 93 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Kehakawahi S?
Kehakawahi S had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehakawahi S?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehakawahi S was 51.30%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 45.95%.