Keshawapur - Harraiya, Basti
Keshawapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Keshawapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshawapur is 179781. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.17 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode.
Keshawapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keshawapur
According to the 2011 Census, Keshawapur village had a total population of 1,512 people, including 803 males and 709 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.03%, with male literacy at 68.52% and female literacy at 43.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267.
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 | 1,512 | 803 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 139 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 135 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 455 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 348 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Keshawapur
Keshawapur 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 Keshawapur
Keshawapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Keshawapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Basti to Keshawapur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshawapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshawapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keshawapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshawapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keshawapur
Where is Keshawapur located?
Keshawapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshawapur?
Keshawapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keshawapur?
The pincode of Keshawapur is 272155.
What is the population of Keshawapur?
Keshawapur had a total population of 1,512, including 803 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Keshawapur?
Keshawapur had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshawapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshawapur was 57.03%. Male literacy was 68.52% and female literacy was 43.89%.