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.
Here you can discover what makes Keshapur unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Keshapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Keshapur
Population of Keshapur
According to the 2011 Census, Keshapur has a total population of about 905, with approximately 493 males and 412 females. The sex ratio is around 835 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 880. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.73%, with male literacy at about 38.13% and female literacy near 17.48%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keshapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.