Kekra - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Kekra is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Barheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kekra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kekra is 490764. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.25 hectares and falls under the 487551 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kekra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kekra
As per Census 2011, Kekra village has a total population of 940 people, consisting of 501 males and 439 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kekra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 501 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 373 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 128 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Kekra
Kekra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondi Jhiriya | North | 2.00 km |
| Patlon | West | 2.05 km |
| Ghoorpur | South | 2.71 km |
| Karpa | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Megarmuha | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Kajrota | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Chirah Kalan | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Gadarwara | West | 4.03 km |
| Chirah Khurd | North | 4.24 km |
| Dighori | South | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kekra
Kekra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Kekra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Kekra is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kekra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kekra 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kekra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kekra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kekra
Where is Kekra located?
Kekra village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kekra is Barheta.
What is the pincode of Kekra?
The pincode of Kekra is 487551.
What is the population of Kekra?
Kekra has a total population of 940, including 501 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Kekra?
There are 192 households in Kekra.
What is the literacy rate in Kekra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kekra is 65.11%. Male literacy is 74.45% and female literacy is 54.44%.