Keora - Sainthia, Birbhum
Keora is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Amarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keora is 317419. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.1 hectares and falls under the 731201 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Keora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keora
As per Census 2011, Keora village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 274 males and 291 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 274 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 112 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 216 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 58 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Keora
Keora 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 Keora
Keora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suri to Keora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Keora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keora
Where is Keora located?
Keora village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keora?
The Gram Panchayat of Keora is Amarpur.
What is the pincode of Keora?
The pincode of Keora is 731201.
What is the population of Keora?
Keora has a total population of 565, including 274 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Keora?
There are 137 households in Keora.
What is the literacy rate in Keora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keora is 69.03%. Male literacy is 78.83% and female literacy is 59.79%.