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.
Here you can discover what makes Kedgaon unique in its vibrant Karmala-Solapur region. You’ll see Kedgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kedgaon has a total population of about 2,690, with approximately 1,462 males and 1,228 females. The sex ratio is around 839 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 304 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 220 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.13%, with male literacy at about 72.50% and female literacy near 58.55%. There are around 585 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kedgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.