Keot Para - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Keot Para is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mugbasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keot Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keot Para is 338208. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.1 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. C K Town is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Keot Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keot Para
As per Census 2011, Keot Para village has a total population of 844 people, consisting of 439 males and 405 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keot Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 844 | 439 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 271 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 257 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 182 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Keot Para
Keot Para 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 Keot Para
Keot Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from C K Town to Keot Para is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keot Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keot Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Keot Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keot Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keot Para
Where is Keot Para located?
Keot Para village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keot Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Keot Para is Mugbasan.
What is the pincode of Keot Para?
The pincode of Keot Para is 721260.
What is the population of Keot Para?
Keot Para has a total population of 844, including 439 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Keot Para?
There are 163 households in Keot Para.
What is the literacy rate in Keot Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keot Para is 47.27%. Male literacy is 58.54% and female literacy is 35.06%.