Khamgaon - Phaltan, Satara
Khamgaon is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khamgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamgaon is 563253. The village covers a total geographical area of 880 hectares and falls under the 415525 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamgaon
As per Census 2011, Khamgaon village has a total population of 4,108 people, consisting of 2,053 males and 2,055 females. The village has 842 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,928 literate and 1,180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 793 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,108 | 2,053 | 2,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 233 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 793 | 388 | 405 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 2,928 | 1,586 | 1,342 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,180 | 467 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Khamgaon
Khamgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murum | West | 2.44 km |
| Pimpalwadi | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Murum | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Hol | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Kharadewadi | South | 4.03 km |
| Tadavale | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Ravadi Bk. | West | 4.52 km |
| Sadobachiwadi | North | 4.54 km |
| Survadi | South | 4.84 km |
| Wanewadi | North-West | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamgaon
Khamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nira, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Khamgaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khamgaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamgaon
Where is Khamgaon located?
Khamgaon village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamgaon?
Khamgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamgaon?
The pincode of Khamgaon is 415525.
What is the population of Khamgaon?
Khamgaon has a total population of 4,108, including 2,053 males and 2,055 females.
How many households are there in Khamgaon?
There are 842 households in Khamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamgaon is 71.28%. Male literacy is 77.25% and female literacy is 65.30%.