Kesrai - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Kesrai is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur. and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Kesrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesrai is 164145. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.92 hectares and falls under the 225305 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kesrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kesrai
As per Census 2011, Kesrai village has a total population of 2,314 people, consisting of 1,231 males and 1,083 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 910 literate and 1,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,314 | 1,231 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 234 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 565 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,404 | 666 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Kesrai
Kesrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisunpur | West | 1.24 km |
| Ghabara | North | 1.90 km |
| Cheda | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Basari | South | 2.10 km |
| Bheria | West | 2.46 km |
| Ranjitpur | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Gaura Sallak | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Para | North | 3.28 km |
| Dhanwalia | East | 3.31 km |
| Shivrajpur | South-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kesrai
Kesrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paintepur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehpur to Kesrai is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Kesrai is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kesrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kesrai
Where is Kesrai located?
Kesrai village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesrai?
Kesrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kesrai?
The pincode of Kesrai is 225305.
What is the population of Kesrai?
Kesrai has a total population of 2,314, including 1,231 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Kesrai?
There are 387 households in Kesrai.
What is the literacy rate in Kesrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesrai is 39.33%. Male literacy is 45.90% and female literacy is 31.86%.