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
According to the 2011 Census, Keshwani village had a total population of 657 people, including 331 males and 326 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.32%, with male literacy at 56.13% and female literacy at 40.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 640.
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 | 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 had a total population of 657, including 331 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Keshwani?
Keshwani had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshwani was 48.32%. Male literacy was 56.13% and female literacy was 40.45%.