Khekada
Khekada is a village located in Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Nawapur (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Khekada village is also a gram panchayat.
Khekada has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar 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 Khekada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khekada is 525792. The village spans a total geographical area of 1683.14 hectares. Nawapur is nearest town to Khekada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khekada 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 Nawapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khekada
Population of Khekada
Below is a concise population overview of Khekada 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 | 1,951 | 955 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 82 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,931 | 944 | 987 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 596 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 359 | 489 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khekada village:
- The total population of Khekada village is around 1,951, including approximately 955 males and 996 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Khekada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khekada village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,931 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khekada village is about 56.54%, with male literacy at 62.41% and female literacy at 50.90%.
- There are around 368 households in Khekada village.
Connectivity of Khekada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khekada. As per the 2011 stats, Khekada 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khekada
Knowing the nearby villages of Khekada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khekada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khekada
- Where is Khekada located?
- Khekada village is situated in Nawapur Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khekada?
- Khekada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khekada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khekada is 1,951, with 955 males and 996 females.
- How many households are there in Khekada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khekada village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khekada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khekada is 56.54%. The male literacy rate is 62.41%, while the female literacy rate is 50.90%.