Keetgarh - Berasia, Bhopal
Keetgarh is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Karhaiya Kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keetgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keetgarh is 482332. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.44 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Keetgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keetgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Keetgarh village had a total population of 90 people, including 54 males and 36 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.67%, with male literacy at 42.22% and female literacy at 43.33%.
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 | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 35 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Keetgarh
Keetgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keetai Dewapura | North | 1.63 km |
| Kher Kheda | East | 2.23 km |
| Bhainsana | South | 2.60 km |
| Mainapura | West | 2.86 km |
| Ramaha | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Kadaiya Kota | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Surana | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Rawatpura | North | 3.69 km |
| Kalayanpura | South | 4.22 km |
| Haripur | East | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keetgarh
Keetgarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Biyavra Rajgarh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Berasia to Keetgarh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Keetgarh is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keetgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keetgarh 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 Keetgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keetgarh 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 Keetgarh
Where is Keetgarh located?
Keetgarh village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keetgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Keetgarh is Karhaiya Kota.
What is the pincode of Keetgarh?
The pincode of Keetgarh is 462120.
What is the population of Keetgarh?
Keetgarh had a total population of 90, including 54 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Keetgarh?
Keetgarh had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keetgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keetgarh was 42.67%. Male literacy was 42.22% and female literacy was 43.33%.