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
According to the 2011 Census, Kehakawahimal village had a total population of 46 people, including 24 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.22%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 35.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 46, including 24 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kehakawahimal?
Kehakawahimal had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehakawahimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehakawahimal was 47.22%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 35.29%.