Khedegaon(Khe) - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Khedegaon(Khe) is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Khedegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedegaon(Khe) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedegaon(Khe) is 538673. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.81 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khedegaon(Khe) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khedegaon(Khe)
As per Census 2011, Khedegaon(Khe) village has a total population of 1,232 people, consisting of 609 males and 623 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 874 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 557 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedegaon(Khe) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 609 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 274 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 475 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 134 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Khedegaon(Khe)
Khedegaon(Khe) 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 Khedegaon(Khe)
Khedegaon(Khe) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Desaiganj to Khedegaon(Khe) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Khedegaon(Khe) is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedegaon(Khe)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedegaon(Khe) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khedegaon(Khe)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedegaon(Khe) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedegaon(Khe)
Where is Khedegaon(Khe) located?
Khedegaon(Khe) village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedegaon(Khe)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedegaon(Khe) is Khedegaon.
What is the pincode of Khedegaon(Khe)?
The pincode of Khedegaon(Khe) is 441209.
What is the population of Khedegaon(Khe)?
Khedegaon(Khe) has a total population of 1,232, including 609 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Khedegaon(Khe)?
There are 281 households in Khedegaon(Khe).
What is the literacy rate in Khedegaon(Khe)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedegaon(Khe) is 70.94%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 64.04%.