Kedar Wadgaon - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Kedar Wadgaon is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Kedarwadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kedar Wadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedar Wadgaon is 545174. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.57 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kedar Wadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kedar Wadgaon
As per Census 2011, Kedar Wadgaon village has a total population of 1,148 people, consisting of 605 males and 543 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedar Wadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,148 | 605 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 77 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 156 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 473 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 132 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Kedar Wadgaon
Kedar Wadgaon 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 Kedar Wadgaon
Kedar Wadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mukhed to Kedar Wadgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Kedar Wadgaon 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 Kedar Wadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedar Wadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kedar Wadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedar Wadgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kedar Wadgaon
Where is Kedar Wadgaon located?
Kedar Wadgaon village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedar Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedar Wadgaon is Kedarwadgaon.
What is the pincode of Kedar Wadgaon?
The pincode of Kedar Wadgaon is 431722.
What is the population of Kedar Wadgaon?
Kedar Wadgaon has a total population of 1,148, including 605 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Kedar Wadgaon?
There are 238 households in Kedar Wadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kedar Wadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedar Wadgaon is 71.86%. Male literacy is 78.18% and female literacy is 64.83%.