Keshwari - Suriya, Giridih
Keshwari is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Sariya and around 50 km from Giridih. Keshwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshwari is 352512. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121.96 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode.
Keshwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keshwari
As per Census 2011, Keshwari village has a total population of 9,625 people, consisting of 5,068 males and 4,557 females. The village has 1,335 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,754 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,619 literate and 4,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keshwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,625 | 5,068 | 4,557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,754 | 914 | 840 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,106 | 584 | 522 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 5,619 | 3,601 | 2,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,006 | 1,467 | 2,539 |
Nearby Villages of Keshwari
Keshwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barwadih | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Sariya Khurd | East | 3.11 km |
| Dumariatanr | North | 3.24 km |
| Modidih | West | 3.80 km |
| Parasia | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Mandramo | South | 4.13 km |
| Khargo | North | 4.16 km |
| Amnari | West | 4.21 km |
| Karnodih | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Birmaki | North | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keshwari
Keshwari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Keshwari, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Keshwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keshwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keshwari
Where is Keshwari located?
Keshwari village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshwari?
Keshwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keshwari?
The pincode of Keshwari is 825320.
What is the population of Keshwari?
Keshwari has a total population of 9,625, including 5,068 males and 4,557 females.
How many households are there in Keshwari?
There are 1,335 households in Keshwari.
What is the literacy rate in Keshwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshwari is 58.38%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 44.28%.