Kegaon Bk - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kegaon Bk is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kegaon Bk village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kegaon Bk is 562793. The village covers a total geographical area of 797.9 hectares and falls under the 413215 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kegaon Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kegaon Bk
As per Census 2011, Kegaon Bk village has a total population of 1,481 people, consisting of 796 males and 685 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 917 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kegaon Bk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,481 | 796 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 99 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 145 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 130 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 587 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 209 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Kegaon Bk
Kegaon Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kegaon Kh. | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Mundhewadi | South | 2.81 km |
| Kumthe | West | 3.16 km |
| Korsegaon | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Tadwal | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Sulerjawalage | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Kalkarjal | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Bolkavathe | North-West | 5.69 km |
| Hattarsang | West | 5.74 km |
| Sanjwad | North-West | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kegaon Bk
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kegaon Bk. The nearest railway station is Sulerjavalge, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Kegaon Bk is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kegaon Bk is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kegaon Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kegaon Bk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kegaon Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kegaon Bk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kegaon Bk
Where is Kegaon Bk located?
Kegaon Bk village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kegaon Bk?
Kegaon Bk is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kegaon Bk?
The pincode of Kegaon Bk is 413215.
What is the population of Kegaon Bk?
Kegaon Bk has a total population of 1,481, including 796 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Kegaon Bk?
There are 297 households in Kegaon Bk.
What is the literacy rate in Kegaon Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kegaon Bk is 61.92%. Male literacy is 73.74% and female literacy is 48.18%.