Keshapur - Mohana, Gajapati
Keshapur is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 109 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshapur is 413795. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Keshapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keshapur
According to the 2011 Census, Keshapur village had a total population of 59 people, including 31 males and 28 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.83%, with male literacy at 65.22% and female literacy at 28.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Keshapur
Keshapur 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 Keshapur
Public transport in the Keshapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Keshapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Keshapur is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshapur 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 Keshapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Keshapur
Where is Keshapur located?
Keshapur village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshapur is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Keshapur?
The pincode of Keshapur is 761015.
What is the population of Keshapur?
Keshapur had a total population of 59, including 31 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Keshapur?
Keshapur had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshapur was 45.83%. Male literacy was 65.22% and female literacy was 28.00%.