Keshod
About Keshod
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Keshod village is 513548. Keshod village is located in Khambhalia taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Khambhalia (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Keshod village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1518.05 hectares. Keshod has a total population of 2,359 peoples, out of which male population is 1,184 while female population is 1,175. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of keshod village is 58.80% out of which 69.26% males and 48.26% females are literate. There are about 449 houses in keshod village. Pincode of keshod village locality is 361306.
When it comes to administration, Keshod village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Keshod village comes under Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Khambhalia is nearest town to keshod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Keshod
The population details of Keshod cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,359 | 1,184 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 326 | 162 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 303 | 162 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,387 | 820 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 364 | 608 |
Connectivity of Keshod
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Keshod
Where is Keshod located?
Keshod village is situated in Khambhalia Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshod?
Keshod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Keshod?
The pincode of Keshod is 361306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Keshod as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keshod is 2,359, with 1,184 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Keshod as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keshod village has a total of 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshod as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keshod is 58.80%. The male literacy rate is 69.26%, while the female literacy rate is 48.26%.