Keshabnagar - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Keshabnagar is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 48.5 km from Alipore. Rajarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshabnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshabnagar is 334508. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.08 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Keshabnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keshabnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Keshabnagar village had a total population of 1,229 people, including 622 males and 607 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.28%, with male literacy at 83.62% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 1,229 | 622 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 48 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 480 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 142 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Keshabnagar
Keshabnagar 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 Keshabnagar
Keshabnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Keshabnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Keshabnagar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Keshabnagar is about 48.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshabnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshabnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keshabnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshabnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Keshabnagar
Where is Keshabnagar located?
Keshabnagar village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshabnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshabnagar is Rajarampur.
What is the pincode of Keshabnagar?
The pincode of Keshabnagar is 743351.
What is the population of Keshabnagar?
Keshabnagar had a total population of 1,229, including 622 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Keshabnagar?
Keshabnagar had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keshabnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshabnagar was 77.28%. Male literacy was 83.62% and female literacy was 70.59%.