Kethuli - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Kethuli is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 151 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kethuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kethuli is 469100. The village covers a total geographical area of 1923 hectares and falls under the 458775 pincode. Ramganj Mandi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kethuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kethuli
As per Census 2011, Kethuli village has a total population of 3,796 people, consisting of 1,964 males and 1,832 females. The village has 821 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,064 literate and 1,732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 698 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kethuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,796 | 1,964 | 1,832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 292 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 175 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 698 | 353 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 2,064 | 1,346 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,732 | 618 | 1,114 |
Nearby Villages of Kethuli
Kethuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moondiya | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Harigarh | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Lasoriya | East | 2.94 km |
| Goyanda | East | 3.57 km |
| San Khera | East | 4.68 km |
| Noorpura | North | 4.97 km |
| Bheempura | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Burankheri | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Kangla Khedi | South | 5.86 km |
| Sanada | South | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kethuli
Kethuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramganj Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramganj Mandi to Kethuli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Kethuli is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kethuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kethuli 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 Kethuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kethuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kethuli
Where is Kethuli located?
Kethuli village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kethuli?
Kethuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kethuli?
The pincode of Kethuli is 458775.
What is the population of Kethuli?
Kethuli has a total population of 3,796, including 1,964 males and 1,832 females.
How many households are there in Kethuli?
There are 821 households in Kethuli.
What is the literacy rate in Kethuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kethuli is 54.37%. Male literacy is 68.53% and female literacy is 39.19%.