Keshowala
Keshowala is a village located in Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bajpur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Keshoawala is the gram panchayat of Keshowala village.
Here you can discover what makes Keshowala unique in its vibrant Bajpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Keshowala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Keshowala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keshowala is 055848. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262401. Bajpur is nearest town to Keshowala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Keshowala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Keshowala
Population of Keshowala
According to the 2011 Census, Keshowala has a total population of about 1,569, with approximately 828 males and 741 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 171 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.23%, with male literacy at about 63.29% and female literacy near 50.47%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keshowala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,569 | 828 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 898 | 524 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 304 | 367 |
Connectivity of Keshowala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keshowala. As per the 2011 stats, Keshowala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Keshowala
Knowing the nearby villages of Keshowala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keshowala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keshowala
- Where is Keshowala located?
- Keshowala village is situated in Bajpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keshowala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Keshowala is Keshoawala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Keshowala?
- The pincode of Keshowala is 262401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keshowala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keshowala is 1,569, with 828 males and 741 females.
- How many households are there in Keshowala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keshowala village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keshowala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keshowala is 57.23%. The male literacy rate is 63.29%, while the female literacy rate is 50.47%.