Khedegaon - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Khedegaon is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gewardha serves as the Village Panchayat for Khedegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedegaon is 538615. The village covers a total geographical area of 645.9 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khedegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khedegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khedegaon village had a total population of 637 people, including 328 males and 309 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.41%, with male literacy at 94.18% and female literacy at 74.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 637 | 328 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 127 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 275 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 53 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Khedegaon
Khedegaon 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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khedegaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Khedegaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khedegaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khedegaon
Where is Khedegaon located?
Khedegaon village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khedegaon?
The Village Panchayat of Khedegaon is Gewardha.
What is the pincode of Khedegaon?
The pincode of Khedegaon is 441209.
What is the population of Khedegaon?
Khedegaon had a total population of 637, including 328 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Khedegaon?
Khedegaon had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedegaon was 84.41%. Male literacy was 94.18% and female literacy was 74.19%.