Khemkund - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Khemkund is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Khemkund village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khemkund is 543662. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.12 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Khemkund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khemkund
According to the 2011 Census, Khemkund village had a total population of 631 people, including 325 males and 306 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.96%, with male literacy at 77.62% and female literacy at 55.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 552.
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 | 631 | 325 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 552 | 289 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 222 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 103 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Khemkund
Khemkund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhimsenpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Umarvihir | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Sawarkheda | North | 2.93 km |
| Palas Kund | East | 2.97 km |
| Wathoda | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Wardh | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Chondi | West | 4.90 km |
| Munzala | East | 5.00 km |
| Vihirgaon | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Jira | South-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khemkund
Khemkund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagari, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Yavatmal to Khemkund is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khemkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khemkund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khemkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khemkund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khemkund
Where is Khemkund located?
Khemkund village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khemkund?
Khemkund is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khemkund?
The pincode of Khemkund is 445402.
What is the population of Khemkund?
Khemkund had a total population of 631, including 325 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Khemkund?
Khemkund had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khemkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khemkund was 66.96%. Male literacy was 77.62% and female literacy was 55.96%.