Kedona - Aonla, Bareilly
Kedona is a village situated in the Aonla tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aonla and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Kedona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedona is 129889. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.41 hectares and falls under the 243303 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kedona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aonla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kedona
As per Census 2011, Kedona village has a total population of 3,138 people, consisting of 1,644 males and 1,494 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,410 literate and 1,728 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,138 | 1,644 | 1,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 290 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,196 | 619 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 1,410 | 940 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,728 | 704 | 1,024 |
Nearby Villages of Kedona
Kedona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sekhupur Khalsa | South | 1.88 km |
| Kundaria Faijullapur | East | 2.13 km |
| Rajpur Kalan | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Madauna Urf Patparaganj | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Maholia | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Inchor Jhoonanagar | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Kamalpur | East | 2.85 km |
| Bara Sirsa | West | 3.12 km |
| Khailam Dehajagir | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Jogither | South | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kedona
Kedona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aonla, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bareilly to Kedona is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kedona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kedona
Where is Kedona located?
Kedona village is located in Aonla Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedona?
Kedona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kedona?
The pincode of Kedona is 243303.
What is the population of Kedona?
Kedona has a total population of 3,138, including 1,644 males and 1,494 females.
How many households are there in Kedona?
There are 540 households in Kedona.
What is the literacy rate in Kedona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedona is 44.93%. Male literacy is 57.18% and female literacy is 31.46%.