Kesha
Kesha is a village located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kesha village is also a gram panchayat.
Kesha has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kesha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kesha is 497886. The village spans a total geographical area of 545.01 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Kesha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kesha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kesha
Population of Kesha
Below is a concise population overview of Kesha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,963 | 993 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 149 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 749 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 244 | 378 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kesha village:
- The total population of Kesha village is around 1,963, including approximately 993 males and 970 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 269 children aged 0–6 years in Kesha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kesha village has 149 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kesha village is about 68.31%, with male literacy at 75.43% and female literacy at 61.03%.
- There are around 429 households in Kesha village.
Connectivity of Kesha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kesha. As per the 2011 stats, Kesha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kesha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kesha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kesha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kesha
- Where is Kesha located?
- Kesha village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kesha?
- Kesha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kesha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kesha is 1,963, with 993 males and 970 females.
- How many households are there in Kesha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kesha village has a total of 429 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kesha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesha is 68.31%. The male literacy rate is 75.43%, while the female literacy rate is 61.03%.