Keshlai Mal. - Paraswada, Balaghat
Keshlai Mal. is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Singhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshlai Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshlai Mal. is 498352. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.42 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Keshlai Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keshlai Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Keshlai Mal. village had a total population of 491 people, including 238 males and 253 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.73%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 54.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 480.
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 | 491 | 238 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 232 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 160 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 78 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Keshlai Mal.
Keshlai Mal. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dora | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Khuddipur | East | 2.32 km |
| Singhai | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Basi | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Khursud Ryt. | South | 3.55 km |
| Keshlai Ryt. | East | 3.86 km |
| Gaunajhola | South | 4.17 km |
| Amwahi | North | 4.84 km |
| Khursud Mal. | South | 5.05 km |
| Manpur | North-East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keshlai Mal.
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Keshlai Mal.. The nearest railway station is Samnapur, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Keshlai Mal. is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshlai Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshlai Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Keshlai Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshlai Mal. 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 Keshlai Mal.
Where is Keshlai Mal. located?
Keshlai Mal. village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshlai Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshlai Mal. is Singhai.
What is the pincode of Keshlai Mal.?
The pincode of Keshlai Mal. is 481105.
What is the population of Keshlai Mal.?
Keshlai Mal. had a total population of 491, including 238 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Keshlai Mal.?
Keshlai Mal. had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshlai Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshlai Mal. was 65.73%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 54.46%.