Keatala - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Keatala is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Piyali and around 33.1 km from Alipore. Nabagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keatala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keatala is 333958. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.24 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Keatala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keatala
According to the 2011 Census, Keatala village had a total population of 2,424 people, including 1,223 males and 1,201 females, living in 499 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.36%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 70.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247, 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 | 2,424 | 1,223 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 114 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 118 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 862 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 361 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Keatala
Keatala 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 Keatala
Keatala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Keatala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Keatala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Keatala is about 33.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keatala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keatala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keatala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keatala 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 Keatala
Where is Keatala located?
Keatala village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keatala?
The Gram Panchayat of Keatala is Nabagram.
What is the pincode of Keatala?
The pincode of Keatala is 700144.
What is the population of Keatala?
Keatala had a total population of 2,424, including 1,223 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Keatala?
Keatala had 499 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keatala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keatala was 74.36%. Male literacy was 77.73% and female literacy was 70.82%.