Keur - Hulasganj, Jehanabad
Keur is a village situated in the Hulasganj subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hulasganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Keur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keur is 260608. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 804407 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Keur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keur
As per Census 2011, Keur village has a total population of 3,895 people, consisting of 2,007 males and 1,888 females. The village has 613 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 697 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,913 literate and 1,982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,895 | 2,007 | 1,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 697 | 355 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,164 | 607 | 557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,913 | 1,126 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,982 | 881 | 1,101 |
Nearby Villages of Keur
Keur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tajpur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Kusdehra | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Kasiyawan | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Kewari | South | 2.05 km |
| Jamuawan | West | 2.07 km |
| Sarthua | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Saidpur | North | 2.41 km |
| Naugarh | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Hathiawan | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Bara | South-West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keur
Keur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Islampur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Keur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keur
Where is Keur located?
Keur village is located in Hulasganj Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keur?
Keur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keur?
The pincode of Keur is 804407.
What is the population of Keur?
Keur has a total population of 3,895, including 2,007 males and 1,888 females.
How many households are there in Keur?
There are 613 households in Keur.
What is the literacy rate in Keur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keur is 49.11%. Male literacy is 56.10% and female literacy is 41.68%.