Kegva
Kegva is a village located in Vikramgad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vikramgad (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kegawa is the gram panchayat of Kegva village.
Here you can discover what makes Kegva unique in its vibrant Vikramgad-Thane region. You’ll see Kegva’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 Kegva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kegva is 551771. The village spans a total geographical area of 912.53 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Kegva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Kegva
Population of Kegva
According to the 2011 Census, Kegva has a total population of about 2,074, with approximately 996 males and 1,078 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 379 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,070. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.43%, with male literacy at about 46.59% and female literacy near 30.89%. There are around 391 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kegva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 996 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 192 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,070 | 995 | 1,075 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 464 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,277 | 532 | 745 |
Connectivity of Kegva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kegva. As per the 2011 stats, Kegva 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kegva
Knowing the nearby villages of Kegva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kegva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kegva
- Where is Kegva located?
- Kegva village is situated in Vikramgad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kegva?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kegva is Kegawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kegva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kegva is 2,074, with 996 males and 1,078 females.
- How many households are there in Kegva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kegva village has a total of 391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kegva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kegva is 38.43%. The male literacy rate is 46.59%, while the female literacy rate is 30.89%.