Khekada - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Khekada is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Khekada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khekada is 525792. The village covers a total geographical area of 1683.14 hectares and falls under the 425418 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khekada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khekada
As per Census 2011, Khekada village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 955 males and 996 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,103 literate and 848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,931 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khekada are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khekada
Khekada 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 Khekada
Khekada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khekada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Khekada is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Khekada is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khekada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khekada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khekada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khekada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khekada
Where is Khekada located?
Khekada village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khekada?
Khekada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khekada?
The pincode of Khekada is 425418.
What is the population of Khekada?
Khekada has a total population of 1,951, including 955 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Khekada?
There are 368 households in Khekada.
What is the literacy rate in Khekada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khekada is 56.54%. Male literacy is 62.41% and female literacy is 50.90%.