Kekhale
Kekhale 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 25km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kekhale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kekhale unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kekhale’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 Kekhale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kekhale is 567144. The village spans a total geographical area of 723.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416113. Kolhapur is nearest town to Kekhale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kekhale 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 Kekhale
Population of Kekhale
According to the 2011 Census, Kekhale has a total population of about 3,451, with approximately 1,815 males and 1,636 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 345 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 456 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.65%, with male literacy at about 77.69% and female literacy near 62.84%. There are around 700 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kekhale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,451 | 1,815 | 1,636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 242 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,438 | 1,410 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 405 | 608 |
Connectivity of Kekhale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kekhale. As per the 2011 stats, Kekhale 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kekhale
Knowing the nearby villages of Kekhale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kekhale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kekhale
- Where is Kekhale located?
- Kekhale village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kekhale?
- Kekhale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kekhale?
- The pincode of Kekhale is 416113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kekhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kekhale is 3,451, with 1,815 males and 1,636 females.
- How many households are there in Kekhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kekhale village has a total of 700 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kekhale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kekhale is 70.65%. The male literacy rate is 77.69%, while the female literacy rate is 62.84%.