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
According to the 2011 Census, Keot Para village had a total population of 844 people, including 439 males and 405 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.84%, with male literacy at 71.99% and female literacy at 41.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 844 | 439 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 271 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 844, including 439 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Keot Para?
Keot Para had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keot Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keot Para was 56.84%. Male literacy was 71.99% and female literacy was 41.16%.