Keotiyapani - Udaynagar, Dewas
Keotiyapani is a village situated in the Udaynagar tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Bagli and around 80 km from Dewas. Palasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keotiyapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keotiyapani is 474008. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.94 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Keotiyapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keotiyapani
According to the 2011 Census, Keotiyapani village had a total population of 1,117 people, including 574 males and 543 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.59%, with male literacy at 82.38% and female literacy at 66.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,089.
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 | 1,117 | 574 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 103 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,089 | 560 | 529 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 388 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 186 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Keotiyapani
Keotiyapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palasi | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Sutaripura | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Postipura | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Borpadaw | South | 3.68 km |
| Raising Pura | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Rupalyapura | East | 3.84 km |
| Kolughatta | West | 3.86 km |
| Bhuriyapura | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Bori | North | 4.83 km |
| Pipalyakhari | South-East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keotiyapani
Keotiyapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mukhtiar Balwar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| 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 Bagli to Keotiyapani is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Keotiyapani is about 80 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 Keotiyapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keotiyapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Keotiyapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keotiyapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Keotiyapani
Where is Keotiyapani located?
Keotiyapani village is located in Udaynagar Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keotiyapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Keotiyapani is Palasi.
What is the pincode of Keotiyapani?
The pincode of Keotiyapani is 455227.
What is the population of Keotiyapani?
Keotiyapani had a total population of 1,117, including 574 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Keotiyapani?
Keotiyapani had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keotiyapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keotiyapani was 74.59%. Male literacy was 82.38% and female literacy was 66.29%.