Khedgaon - Dindori, Nashik
Khedgaon is a village situated in the Dindori tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dindori and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Khedgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedgaon is 550643. The village covers a total geographical area of 1541 hectares and falls under the 422205 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khedgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dindori Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khedgaon
As per Census 2011, Khedgaon village has a total population of 7,766 people, consisting of 4,020 males and 3,746 females. The village has 1,368 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 991 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,393 literate and 2,373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,844 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,766 | 4,020 | 3,746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 991 | 542 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 249 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,844 | 1,431 | 1,413 |
| Literate Population | 5,393 | 2,975 | 2,418 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,373 | 1,045 | 1,328 |
Nearby Villages of Khedgaon
Khedgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondegaon | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Bopegaon | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Sonjamb | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Shindwad | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Tisgaon | North | 3.93 km |
| Jaulakevani | South | 4.00 km |
| Antarweli | South | 4.45 km |
| Dhondgavhan | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Mukhed | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Materewadi | South-West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedgaon
Khedgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kasbe-sukene, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Khedgaon is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khedgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khedgaon
Where is Khedgaon located?
Khedgaon village is located in Dindori Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedgaon?
Khedgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedgaon?
The pincode of Khedgaon is 422205.
What is the population of Khedgaon?
Khedgaon has a total population of 7,766, including 4,020 males and 3,746 females.
How many households are there in Khedgaon?
There are 1,368 households in Khedgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khedgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedgaon is 69.44%. Male literacy is 74.00% and female literacy is 64.55%.