Keshgawan
Keshgawan is a village located in Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Udaipur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Keshgawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keshgawan unique in its vibrant Udaypur-Surguja region. You’ll see Keshgawan’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 Keshgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keshgawan is 433167. The village spans a total geographical area of 559.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Ambikapur is nearest town to Keshgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Keshgawan
Population of Keshgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Keshgawan has a total population of about 1,480, with approximately 742 males and 738 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 973. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.45%, with male literacy at about 57.14% and female literacy near 39.70%. There are around 341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keshgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 742 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 100 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 973 | 496 | 477 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 424 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 318 | 445 |
Connectivity of Keshgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keshgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Keshgawan 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 Keshgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Keshgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keshgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keshgawan
- Where is Keshgawan located?
- Keshgawan village is situated in Udaypur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keshgawan?
- Keshgawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keshgawan?
- The pincode of Keshgawan is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keshgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keshgawan is 1,480, with 742 males and 738 females.
- How many households are there in Keshgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keshgawan village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keshgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keshgawan is 48.45%. The male literacy rate is 57.14%, while the female literacy rate is 39.70%.