Kekai - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Kekai is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Pataspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kekai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kekai is 345079. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.86 hectares and falls under the 721439 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kekai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kekai
As per Census 2011, Kekai village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 405 males and 422 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kekai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kekai
Kekai 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 Kekai
Kekai 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 Egra to Kekai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kekai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kekai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kekai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kekai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kekai
Where is Kekai located?
Kekai village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kekai is Pataspur.
What is the pincode of Kekai?
The pincode of Kekai is 721439.
What is the population of Kekai?
Kekai has a total population of 827, including 405 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Kekai?
There are 219 households in Kekai.
What is the literacy rate in Kekai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kekai is 79.20%. Male literacy is 83.95% and female literacy is 74.64%.