Kegaon
Kegaon is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kegaon unique in its vibrant Kegaon-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kegaon’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 Kegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kegaon is 423657. The village spans a total geographical area of 422 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766036. Junagarh is nearest town to Kegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 64km away.
Google Map of Kegaon
Population of Kegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kegaon has a total population of about 1,758, with approximately 876 males and 882 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 274 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 147. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.59%, with male literacy at about 65.53% and female literacy near 37.76%. There are around 423 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,758 | 876 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 130 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 61 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 907 | 574 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 302 | 549 |
Connectivity of Kegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kegaon
- Where is Kegaon located?
- Kegaon village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kegaon?
- Kegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kegaon?
- The pincode of Kegaon is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kegaon is 1,758, with 876 males and 882 females.
- How many households are there in Kegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kegaon village has a total of 423 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kegaon is 51.59%. The male literacy rate is 65.53%, while the female literacy rate is 37.76%.