Khedgaon
Khedgaon is a village located in Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Pachora (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Khedgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Khedgaon has its own place in the vibrant Jalgaon 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 Khedgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khedgaon is 527885. The village spans a total geographical area of 572.82 hectares. Pachora is nearest town to Khedgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khedgaon 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 Jamner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raver Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khedgaon
Population of Khedgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Khedgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,355 | 1,244 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 166 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 150 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,698 | 988 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 256 | 401 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khedgaon village:
- The total population of Khedgaon village is around 2,355, including approximately 1,244 males and 1,111 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 285 children aged 0–6 years in Khedgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khedgaon village has 265 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 60 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khedgaon village is about 72.10%, with male literacy at 79.42% and female literacy at 63.91%.
- There are around 575 households in Khedgaon village.
Connectivity of Khedgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khedgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Khedgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khedgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Khedgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khedgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khedgaon
- Where is Khedgaon located?
- Khedgaon village is situated in Pachora Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khedgaon?
- Khedgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khedgaon is 2,355, with 1,244 males and 1,111 females.
- How many households are there in Khedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khedgaon village has a total of 575 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khedgaon is 72.10%. The male literacy rate is 79.42%, while the female literacy rate is 63.91%.