Khekadi - Digras, Yavatmal
Khekadi is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Khekadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khekadi is 542655. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khekadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khekadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khekadi village had a total population of 637 people, including 349 males and 288 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.44%, with male literacy at 83.65% and female literacy at 70.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 349 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 266 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 83 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Khekadi
Khekadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramgaon | South | 1.88 km |
| Sakara | West | 2.16 km |
| Dorli (u) | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Sindhi | North | 2.99 km |
| Ligi (wai) | East | 3.32 km |
| Donad | West | 3.66 km |
| Palashi | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Mokh | South | 4.13 km |
| Gandhinagar | West | 5.34 km |
| Lakhkhind | North-East | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khekadi
Khekadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Khekadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Khekadi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khekadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khekadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khekadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khekadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khekadi
Where is Khekadi located?
Khekadi village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khekadi?
Khekadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khekadi?
The pincode of Khekadi is 445203.
What is the population of Khekadi?
Khekadi had a total population of 637, including 349 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Khekadi?
Khekadi had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khekadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khekadi was 77.44%. Male literacy was 83.65% and female literacy was 70.04%.