Keswar - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Keswar is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Keshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keswar is 177456. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.81 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Keswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keswar
According to the 2011 Census, Keswar village had a total population of 1,386 people, including 694 males and 692 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.98%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 57.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 1,386 | 694 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 457 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 237 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Keswar
Keswar 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 Keswar
Keswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Keswar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Keswar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Keswar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Keswar
Where is Keswar located?
Keswar village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Keswar is Keshwar.
What is the pincode of Keswar?
The pincode of Keswar is 272152.
What is the population of Keswar?
Keswar had a total population of 1,386, including 694 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Keswar?
Keswar had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keswar was 69.98%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 57.64%.