Keshavgarh - Lahar, Bhind
Keshavgarh is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Madori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshavgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshavgarh is 453553. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.65 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Keshavgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keshavgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Keshavgarh village had a total population of 594 people, including 331 males and 263 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 795 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.55%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 80.80%.
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 | 594 | 331 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 240 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 91 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Keshavgarh
Keshavgarh 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 Keshavgarh
Keshavgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lahar to Keshavgarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Keshavgarh is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshavgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshavgarh 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 Keshavgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshavgarh 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 Keshavgarh
Where is Keshavgarh located?
Keshavgarh village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keshavgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshavgarh is Madori.
What is the pincode of Keshavgarh?
The pincode of Keshavgarh is 477445.
What is the population of Keshavgarh?
Keshavgarh had a total population of 594, including 331 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Keshavgarh?
Keshavgarh had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshavgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshavgarh was 82.55%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 80.80%.