Kegad

Kegad is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Chaukul is the gram panchayat of Kegad village.

Kegad has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg 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 Kegad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kegad is 566868. The village spans a total geographical area of 2538 hectares. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Kegad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Kegad

Below is a concise population overview of Kegad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 497 232 265
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 34 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 258 130 128
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 298 157 141
Illiterate Population 199 75 124

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kegad village:

  • The total population of Kegad village is around 497, including approximately 232 males and 265 females, with a sex ratio of 1142 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Kegad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kegad village has 258 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kegad village is about 59.96%, with male literacy at 67.67% and female literacy at 53.21%.
  • There are around 129 households in Kegad village.

Connectivity of Kegad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kegad. As per the 2011 stats, Kegad 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 Kegad

Knowing the nearby villages of Kegad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kegad.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kegad

Where is Kegad located?
Kegad village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kegad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kegad is Chaukul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kegad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kegad is 497, with 232 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Kegad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kegad village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kegad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kegad is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 67.67%, while the female literacy rate is 53.21%.