Keralapuram (Rv) - Diglipur, North And Middle Andaman
Keralapuram (Rv) is a village situated in the Diglipur taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 6.5 km from Diglipur and around 87 km from Mayabunder. Keralapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keralapuram (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keralapuram (Rv) is 645226. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.02 hectares and falls under the 744202 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 307 km away.
Keralapuram (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keralapuram (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Keralapuram (Rv) village had a total population of 647 people, including 328 males and 319 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.94%, with male literacy at 89.26% and female literacy at 84.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 647 | 328 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 266 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 62 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Keralapuram (Rv)
Keralapuram (Rv) 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 Keralapuram (Rv)
Keralapuram (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Keralapuram (Rv) is about 307 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Keralapuram (Rv) is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keralapuram (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keralapuram (Rv) 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 Keralapuram (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keralapuram (Rv) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Keralapuram (Rv)
Where is Keralapuram (Rv) located?
Keralapuram (Rv) village is located in Diglipur Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keralapuram (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Keralapuram (Rv) is Keralapuram.
What is the pincode of Keralapuram (Rv)?
The pincode of Keralapuram (Rv) is 744202.
What is the population of Keralapuram (Rv)?
Keralapuram (Rv) had a total population of 647, including 328 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Keralapuram (Rv)?
Keralapuram (Rv) had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keralapuram (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keralapuram (Rv) was 86.94%. Male literacy was 89.26% and female literacy was 84.51%.