Khedegaon
Khedegaon is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Murumgaon is the gram panchayat of Khedegaon village.
Khedegaon has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khedegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khedegaon is 538925. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.58 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Khedegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khedegaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Khedegaon
Below is a concise population overview of Khedegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 343 | 175 | 168 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
Literate Population | 222 | 133 | 89 |
Illiterate Population | 121 | 42 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khedegaon village:
- The total population of Khedegaon village is around 343, including approximately 175 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Khedegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khedegaon village has 335 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khedegaon village is about 64.72%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 52.98%.
- There are around 70 households in Khedegaon village.
Connectivity of Khedegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khedegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Khedegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khedegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Khedegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khedegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khedegaon
- Where is Khedegaon located?
- Khedegaon village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khedegaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khedegaon is Murumgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khedegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khedegaon is 343, with 175 males and 168 females.
- How many households are there in Khedegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khedegaon village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khedegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khedegaon is 64.72%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 52.98%.