Keshapur
Keshapur is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Keshapur village. As per 2009 stats, Keshapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Keshapur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Keshapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keshapur is 450080. The village spans a total geographical area of 931.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Keshapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Keshapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Keshapur
Below is a concise population overview of Keshapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 905 | 493 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 105 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 880 | 475 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 188 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 305 | 340 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Keshapur village:
- The total population of Keshapur village is around 905, including approximately 493 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Keshapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Keshapur village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 880 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Keshapur village is about 28.73%, with male literacy at 38.13% and female literacy at 17.48%.
- There are around 173 households in Keshapur village.
Connectivity of Keshapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keshapur. As per the 2011 stats, Keshapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Keshapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Keshapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keshapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keshapur
- Where is Keshapur located?
- Keshapur village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keshapur?
- Keshapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keshapur?
- The pincode of Keshapur is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keshapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keshapur is 905, with 493 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Keshapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keshapur village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keshapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keshapur is 28.73%. The male literacy rate is 38.13%, while the female literacy rate is 17.48%.