Kesharpura - Simalwara, Dungarpur
Kesharpura is a village situated in the Simalwara tehsil of Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simalwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dungarpur. Gara Vateshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesharpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesharpura is 098243. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.23 hectares and falls under the 314406 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kesharpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kesharpura
According to the 2011 Census, Kesharpura village had a total population of 528 people, including 272 males and 256 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.46%, with male literacy at 75.73% and female literacy at 51.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 528 | 272 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 66 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 272 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 156 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 116 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Kesharpura
Kesharpura 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 Kesharpura
Kesharpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dungarpur to Kesharpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesharpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesharpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kesharpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesharpura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kesharpura
Where is Kesharpura located?
Kesharpura village is located in Simalwara Tehsil, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kesharpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesharpura is Gara Vateshwar.
What is the pincode of Kesharpura?
The pincode of Kesharpura is 314406.
What is the population of Kesharpura?
Kesharpura had a total population of 528, including 272 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Kesharpura?
Kesharpura had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesharpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesharpura was 63.46%. Male literacy was 75.73% and female literacy was 51.43%.