Kesuli - Benipatti, Madhubani
Kesuli is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Akaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesuli is 220248. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.4 hectares and falls under the 847230 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kesuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kesuli
As per Census 2011, Kesuli village has a total population of 2,861 people, consisting of 1,518 males and 1,343 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,233 literate and 1,628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,861 | 1,518 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 316 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 825 | 428 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 801 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,628 | 717 | 911 |
Nearby Villages of Kesuli
Kesuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akaur | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Khirhar | North | 1.96 km |
| Nagwas | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Siriapur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Kasera | North | 3.14 km |
| Dumra | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Manpaur | West | 3.25 km |
| Karhi | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Chanan | North | 3.42 km |
| Bhaiapatti | East | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kesuli
Kesuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Korahia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Kesuli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kesuli is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kesuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesuli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kesuli
Where is Kesuli located?
Kesuli village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesuli is Akaur.
What is the pincode of Kesuli?
The pincode of Kesuli is 847230.
What is the population of Kesuli?
Kesuli has a total population of 2,861, including 1,518 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Kesuli?
There are 487 households in Kesuli.
What is the literacy rate in Kesuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesuli is 43.10%. Male literacy is 52.77% and female literacy is 32.17%.