Kedgaon - Karmala, Solapur
Kedgaon is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kedgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedgaon is 561862. The village covers a total geographical area of 1578.84 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kedgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kedgaon
As per Census 2011, Kedgaon village has a total population of 2,690 people, consisting of 1,462 males and 1,228 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,779 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kedgaon
Kedgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sogaon | West | 3.83 km |
| Shetphal | East | 4.15 km |
| Pophalaj | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Umrad | North | 5.24 km |
| Chikhalthan | South | 5.39 km |
| Undargaon | North-West | 5.44 km |
| Dahigaon | South-East | 5.85 km |
| Ritewadi | North-West | 6.26 km |
| Ganjewalan | South-West | 6.72 km |
| Jeurwadi | East | 6.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kedgaon
Public transport in the Kedgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Kedgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kedgaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kedgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kedgaon
Where is Kedgaon located?
Kedgaon village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedgaon?
Kedgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kedgaon?
The pincode of Kedgaon is 413202.
What is the population of Kedgaon?
Kedgaon has a total population of 2,690, including 1,462 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Kedgaon?
There are 585 households in Kedgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kedgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedgaon is 66.13%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 58.55%.