Keetiya
Keetiya is a village located in Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gangdhar (tehsildar office) and 133km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Keetiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keetiya unique in its vibrant Gangdhar-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Keetiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Keetiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keetiya is 105288. The village spans a total geographical area of 1307.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326515. Bhawani Mandi is nearest town to Keetiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 93km away.
When it comes to local governance, Keetiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Keetiya
Population of Keetiya
According to the 2011 Census, Keetiya has a total population of about 1,977, with approximately 996 males and 981 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 812 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.84%, with male literacy at about 52.41% and female literacy near 23.04%. There are around 397 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keetiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 996 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 150 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 415 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 748 | 522 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 474 | 755 |
Connectivity of Keetiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keetiya. As per the 2011 stats, Keetiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Keetiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Keetiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keetiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keetiya
- Where is Keetiya located?
- Keetiya village is situated in Gangdhar Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keetiya?
- Keetiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keetiya?
- The pincode of Keetiya is 326515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keetiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keetiya is 1,977, with 996 males and 981 females.
- How many households are there in Keetiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keetiya village has a total of 397 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keetiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keetiya is 37.84%. The male literacy rate is 52.41%, while the female literacy rate is 23.04%.