Keolari - Dhanora, Seoni
Keolari is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Khamaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keolari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keolari is 496327. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.53 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Keolari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keolari
According to the 2011 Census, Keolari village had a total population of 344 people, including 178 males and 166 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.76%, with male literacy at 74.38% and female literacy at 47.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
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 | 344 | 178 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 170 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 119 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 59 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Keolari
Keolari 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 Keolari
Keolari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Keolari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Keolari 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 Keolari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keolari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keolari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keolari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keolari
Where is Keolari located?
Keolari village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keolari?
The Gram Panchayat of Keolari is Khamaria.
What is the pincode of Keolari?
The pincode of Keolari is 480999.
What is the population of Keolari?
Keolari had a total population of 344, including 178 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Keolari?
Keolari had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keolari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keolari was 61.76%. Male literacy was 74.38% and female literacy was 47.95%.