Keshwani - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Keshwani is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Lamsarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshwani is 502193. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.08 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Keshwani 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 Keshwani
As per Census 2011, Keshwani village has a total population of 657 people, consisting of 331 males and 326 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 640 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keshwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 331 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 640 | 321 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 151 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 180 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Keshwani
Keshwani 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 Keshwani
Keshwani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Keshwani is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keshwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keshwani
Where is Keshwani located?
Keshwani village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshwani is Lamsarai.
What is the pincode of Keshwani?
The pincode of Keshwani is 484881.
What is the population of Keshwani?
Keshwani has a total population of 657, including 331 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Keshwani?
There are 142 households in Keshwani.
What is the literacy rate in Keshwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshwani is 39.42%. Male literacy is 45.62% and female literacy is 33.13%.