Kekai
Kekai is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kekai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pataspur is the gram panchayat of Kekai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kekai unique in its vibrant Potashpur Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Kekai’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 Kekai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kekai is 345079. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721439. Egra is nearest town to Kekai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kekai
Population of Kekai
According to the 2011 Census, Kekai has a total population of about 827, with approximately 405 males and 422 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 54 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.20%, with male literacy at about 83.95% and female literacy near 74.64%. There are around 219 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kekai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 405 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 340 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 65 | 107 |
Connectivity of Kekai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kekai. As per the 2011 stats, Kekai 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kekai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kekai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kekai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kekai
- Where is Kekai located?
- Kekai village is situated in Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kekai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kekai is Pataspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kekai?
- The pincode of Kekai is 721439, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kekai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kekai is 827, with 405 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Kekai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kekai village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kekai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kekai is 79.20%. The male literacy rate is 83.95%, while the female literacy rate is 74.64%.