Kedgaon
Kedgaon is a village located in Karmala tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Karmala (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Kedgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Kedgaon has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 Kedgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedgaon is 561862. The village spans a total geographical area of 1578.84 hectares. Karmala is nearest town to Kedgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kedgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kedgaon
Population of Kedgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Kedgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,690 | 1,462 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 172 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,779 | 1,060 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 402 | 509 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kedgaon village:
- The total population of Kedgaon village is around 2,690, including approximately 1,462 males and 1,228 females, with a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 304 children aged 0–6 years in Kedgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kedgaon village has 220 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kedgaon village is about 66.13%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 58.55%.
- There are around 585 households in Kedgaon village.
Connectivity of Kedgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kedgaon 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Kedgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kedgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kedgaon
- Where is Kedgaon located?
- Kedgaon village is situated in Karmala Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kedgaon?
- Kedgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedgaon is 2,690, with 1,462 males and 1,228 females.
- How many households are there in Kedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kedgaon village has a total of 585 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kedgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedgaon is 66.13%. The male literacy rate is 72.50%, while the female literacy rate is 58.55%.