Keottala
Keottala is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.7km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Keottala village. As per 2009 stats, Dhalhara is the gram panchayat of Keottala village.
Here you can discover what makes Keottala unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Keottala’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 Keottala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keottala is 338529. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapur is nearest town to Keottala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Keottala
Population of Keottala
According to the 2011 Census, Keottala has a total population of about 383, with approximately 191 males and 192 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 105. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.72%, with male literacy at about 86.91% and female literacy near 76.56%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keottala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 191 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 166 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 25 | 45 |
Connectivity of Keottala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keottala. As per the 2011 stats, Keottala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Keottala
Knowing the nearby villages of Keottala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keottala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keottala
- Where is Keottala located?
- Keottala village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keottala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Keottala is Dhalhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Keottala?
- The pincode of Keottala is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keottala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keottala is 383, with 191 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Keottala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keottala village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keottala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keottala is 81.72%. The male literacy rate is 86.91%, while the female literacy rate is 76.56%.