Keotsaha - Habra - II, North 24 Parganas
Keotsaha is a village situated in the Habra - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.2 km from Guma and around 28.9 km from Barasat. Srikrishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keotsaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keotsaha is 322915. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.07 hectares and falls under the 743272 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Keotsaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keotsaha
As per Census 2011, Keotsaha village has a total population of 1,240 people, consisting of 628 males and 612 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keotsaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,240 | 628 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 185 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 491 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 137 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Keotsaha
Keotsaha 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 Keotsaha
Keotsaha 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 5-10 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 Habra to Keotsaha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Keotsaha is about 28.9 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 Keotsaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keotsaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Keotsaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keotsaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Keotsaha
Where is Keotsaha located?
Keotsaha village is located in Habra - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keotsaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Keotsaha is Srikrishnapur.
What is the pincode of Keotsaha?
The pincode of Keotsaha is 743272.
What is the population of Keotsaha?
Keotsaha has a total population of 1,240, including 628 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Keotsaha?
There are 311 households in Keotsaha.
What is the literacy rate in Keotsaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keotsaha is 71.69%. Male literacy is 78.18% and female literacy is 65.03%.