Kem
Kem is a village located in Karmala tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Karmala (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Kem village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kem unique in its vibrant Karmala-Solapur region. You’ll see Kem’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 Kem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kem is 561885. The village spans a total geographical area of 5126 hectares. Karmala is nearest town to Kem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kem 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 Kem
Population of Kem
According to the 2011 Census, Kem has a total population of about 9,276, with approximately 4,831 males and 4,445 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 91. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.30%, with male literacy at about 74.15% and female literacy near 59.87%. There are around 1,969 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kem's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,276 | 4,831 | 4,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,120 | 589 | 531 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,158 | 616 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 6,243 | 3,582 | 2,661 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,033 | 1,249 | 1,784 |
Connectivity of Kem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kem. As per the 2011 stats, Kem 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kem
Knowing the nearby villages of Kem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kem
- Where is Kem located?
- Kem village is situated in Karmala Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kem?
- Kem serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kem is 9,276, with 4,831 males and 4,445 females.
- How many households are there in Kem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kem village has a total of 1,969 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kem is 67.30%. The male literacy rate is 74.15%, while the female literacy rate is 59.87%.