Keola - Chauparan, Hazaribagh
Keola is a village situated in the Chauparan subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chauparan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Karma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keola is 367782. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.18 hectares and falls under the 825406 pincode.
Keola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keola
According to the 2011 Census, Keola village had a total population of 1,884 people, including 969 males and 915 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.66%, with male literacy at 92.53% and female literacy at 76.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,884 | 969 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 193 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 718 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 251 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Keola
Keola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Keola
Keola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Keola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Keola
Where is Keola located?
Keola village is located in Chauparan Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keola?
The Gram Panchayat of Keola is Karma.
What is the pincode of Keola?
The pincode of Keola is 825406.
What is the population of Keola?
Keola had a total population of 1,884, including 969 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Keola?
Keola had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keola was 84.66%. Male literacy was 92.53% and female literacy was 76.59%.