Keshaw Pur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Keshaw Pur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Khanpur Raghubar Rai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshaw Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshaw Pur is 203657. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.99 hectares and falls under the 233305 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Keshaw Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keshaw Pur
As per Census 2011, Keshaw Pur village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 151 males and 177 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,172 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keshaw Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 151 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 107 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 44 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Keshaw Pur
Keshaw Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tajpur Shobha Mishra | West | 0.43 km |
| Khanpur Raghubar Rai | East | 0.65 km |
| Sultanipurw | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Puniksa | North | 0.87 km |
| Basantpur | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Mathmauni Chak | East | 1.11 km |
| Bahera | North | 1.12 km |
| Wajidpur | West | 1.31 km |
| Araji English Hukarpur | South | 1.32 km |
| Anup Pur | South-West | 1.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keshaw Pur
Keshaw Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhanian, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Keshaw Pur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Keshaw Pur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshaw Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshaw Pur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Keshaw Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshaw Pur 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 Keshaw Pur
Where is Keshaw Pur located?
Keshaw Pur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshaw Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshaw Pur is Khanpur Raghubar Rai.
What is the pincode of Keshaw Pur?
The pincode of Keshaw Pur is 233305.
What is the population of Keshaw Pur?
Keshaw Pur has a total population of 328, including 151 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Keshaw Pur?
There are 49 households in Keshaw Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Keshaw Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshaw Pur is 65.55%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 61.02%.