Kakhe
Kakhe is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kakhe village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kakhe unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kakhe’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kakhe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakhe is 567133. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.68 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Kakhe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kakhe 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 Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kakhe
Population of Kakhe
According to the 2011 Census, Kakhe has a total population of about 3,552, with approximately 1,826 males and 1,726 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 356 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 586 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.57%, with male literacy at about 76.45% and female literacy near 66.40%. There are around 739 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kakhe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,552 | 1,826 | 1,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 204 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 292 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,542 | 1,396 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 430 | 580 |
Connectivity of Kakhe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakhe. As per the 2011 stats, Kakhe 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kakhe
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakhe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakhe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakhe
- Where is Kakhe located?
- Kakhe village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakhe?
- Kakhe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kakhe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakhe is 3,552, with 1,826 males and 1,726 females.
- How many households are there in Kakhe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakhe village has a total of 739 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakhe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakhe is 71.57%. The male literacy rate is 76.45%, while the female literacy rate is 66.40%.