Kekariya - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kekariya is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kekariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kekariya is 502215. The village covers a total geographical area of 969.37 hectares and falls under the 484886 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kekariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kekariya
As per Census 2011, Kekariya village has a total population of 1,304 people, consisting of 655 males and 649 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kekariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 655 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,225 | 616 | 609 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 343 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 312 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Kekariya
Kekariya 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 Kekariya
Kekariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Kekariya is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kekariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kekariya 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 Kekariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kekariya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kekariya
Where is Kekariya located?
Kekariya village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekariya?
Kekariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kekariya?
The pincode of Kekariya is 484886.
What is the population of Kekariya?
Kekariya has a total population of 1,304, including 655 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Kekariya?
There are 327 households in Kekariya.
What is the literacy rate in Kekariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kekariya is 45.17%. Male literacy is 52.37% and female literacy is 37.90%.