Kegaon Kh. - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kegaon Kh. is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kegaon Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kegaon Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kegaon Kh. is 562792. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.26 hectares and falls under the 413215 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kegaon Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Kegaon Kh. village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 501 males and 461 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kegaon Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 501 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 81 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 356 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 145 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Kegaon Kh.
Kegaon Kh. 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 Bk | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Sulerjawalage | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Kumthe | West | 4.04 km |
| Mundhewadi | South | 4.19 km |
| Tadwal | South | 4.40 km |
| Korsegaon | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Sanjwad | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Bankalgi | North | 5.60 km |
| Bolkavathe | West | 6.12 km |
| Kalkarjal | South-West | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kegaon Kh.
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kegaon Kh.. The nearest railway station is Sulerjavalge, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Kegaon Kh. is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kegaon Kh. 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kegaon Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kegaon Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kegaon Kh.
Where is Kegaon Kh. located?
Kegaon Kh. village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kegaon Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kegaon Kh. is Kegaon Kh.
What is the pincode of Kegaon Kh.?
The pincode of Kegaon Kh. is 413215.
What is the population of Kegaon Kh.?
Kegaon Kh. has a total population of 962, including 501 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Kegaon Kh.?
There are 151 households in Kegaon Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Kegaon Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kegaon Kh. is 65.28%. Male literacy is 71.06% and female literacy is 59.00%.