Keshopur - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Keshopur is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Singhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshopur is 226174. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Keshopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Keshopur
According to the 2011 Census, Keshopur village had a total population of 805 people, including 396 males and 409 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.76%, with male literacy at 56.83% and female literacy at 42.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255.
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 | 805 | 396 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 74 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 183 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 213 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Keshopur
Keshopur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Keshopur
Keshopur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Keshopur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Keshopur 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 Keshopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keshopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshopur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keshopur
Where is Keshopur located?
Keshopur village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keshopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshopur is Singhar.
What is the pincode of Keshopur?
The pincode of Keshopur is 852219.
What is the population of Keshopur?
Keshopur had a total population of 805, including 396 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Keshopur?
Keshopur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshopur was 49.76%. Male literacy was 56.83% and female literacy was 42.35%.