Khedgaon Kh. - Bhadgaon, Jalgaon
Khedgaon Kh. is a village situated in the Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadgaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Khedgaon Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedgaon Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedgaon Kh. is 527693. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.47 hectares and falls under the 424105 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khedgaon Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedgaon Kh.
As per Census 2011, Khedgaon Kh. village has a total population of 2,760 people, consisting of 1,372 males and 1,388 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,674 literate and 1,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 474 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedgaon Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,760 | 1,372 | 1,388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 174 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 226 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 960 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 412 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Khedgaon Kh.
Khedgaon Kh. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Batsar | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Pimprihat | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Shivani | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Kolgaon | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Picharde | East | 3.24 km |
| Ghusardi Kh. | South | 3.34 km |
| Shindi | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Bornar | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Sawade | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Wadgaon Nalbandi | North-East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedgaon Kh.
Khedgaon Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagardevla, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Khedgaon Kh. is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Khedgaon Kh. is about 65 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 Khedgaon Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedgaon Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khedgaon Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedgaon Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedgaon Kh.
Where is Khedgaon Kh. located?
Khedgaon Kh. village is located in Bhadgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedgaon Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedgaon Kh. is Khedgaon Kh.
What is the pincode of Khedgaon Kh.?
The pincode of Khedgaon Kh. is 424105.
What is the population of Khedgaon Kh.?
Khedgaon Kh. has a total population of 2,760, including 1,372 males and 1,388 females.
How many households are there in Khedgaon Kh.?
There are 611 households in Khedgaon Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Khedgaon Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedgaon Kh. is 60.65%. Male literacy is 69.97% and female literacy is 51.44%.