Kehakawahimal - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Kehakawahimal is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Pannemara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kehakawahimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehakawahimal is 538933. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.68 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Kehakawahimal 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 Kehakawahimal
As per Census 2011, Kehakawahimal village has a total population of 46 people, consisting of 24 males and 22 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kehakawahimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kehakawahimal
Kehakawahimal 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 Kehakawahimal
Kehakawahimal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Kehakawahimal is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kehakawahimal is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kehakawahimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehakawahimal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kehakawahimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehakawahimal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kehakawahimal
Where is Kehakawahimal located?
Kehakawahimal village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kehakawahimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kehakawahimal is Pannemara.
What is the pincode of Kehakawahimal?
The pincode of Kehakawahimal is 442606.
What is the population of Kehakawahimal?
Kehakawahimal has a total population of 46, including 24 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kehakawahimal?
There are 10 households in Kehakawahimal.
What is the literacy rate in Kehakawahimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehakawahimal is 36.96%. Male literacy is 45.83% and female literacy is 27.27%.