Kewalpur - Mahasi, Bahraich
Kewalpur is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Kewalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewalpur is 171656. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.09 hectares and falls under the 271851 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kewalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kewalpur
As per Census 2011, Kewalpur village has a total population of 5,126 people, consisting of 2,787 males and 2,339 females. The village has 938 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,059 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,930 literate and 3,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 797 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,126 | 2,787 | 2,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,059 | 561 | 498 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 440 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 1,930 | 1,246 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,196 | 1,541 | 1,655 |
Nearby Villages of Kewalpur
Kewalpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chkaiya | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Badrka | East | 2.22 km |
| Manjhadariya Burd | West | 2.95 km |
| Bakaina | South | 3.01 km |
| Narotampur | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Chhttarpur | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Bansgadhi | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Bela Makan | North | 4.46 km |
| Pipriya | East | 4.60 km |
| Rajapur Kalan | East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kewalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kewalpur. The nearest railway station is Nanpara Junction, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Kewalpur is about 32 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 Kewalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kewalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kewalpur
Where is Kewalpur located?
Kewalpur village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewalpur?
Kewalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kewalpur?
The pincode of Kewalpur is 271851.
What is the population of Kewalpur?
Kewalpur has a total population of 5,126, including 2,787 males and 2,339 females.
How many households are there in Kewalpur?
There are 938 households in Kewalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kewalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewalpur is 37.65%. Male literacy is 44.71% and female literacy is 29.24%.