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
As per Census 2011, Keolari village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 178 males and 166 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 331 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keolari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 344, including 178 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Keolari?
There are 77 households in Keolari.
What is the literacy rate in Keolari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keolari is 54.94%. Male literacy is 66.85% and female literacy is 42.17%.