Kerang - Tingkhong, Dibrugarh
Kerang is a village situated in the Tingkhong subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. Mohmora Borpather serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerang is 292157. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.86 hectares and falls under the 786611 pincode. Naharkatia is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kerang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kerang
According to the 2011 Census, Kerang village had a total population of 300 people, including 146 males and 154 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.17%, with male literacy at 92.19% and female literacy at 84.33%.
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 | 300 | 146 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 28 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kerang
Kerang 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 Kerang
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kerang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naharkatia to Kerang is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Kerang is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kerang
Where is Kerang located?
Kerang village is located in Tingkhong Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerang?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerang is Mohmora Borpather.
What is the pincode of Kerang?
The pincode of Kerang is 786611.
What is the population of Kerang?
Kerang had a total population of 300, including 146 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Kerang?
Kerang had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerang was 88.17%. Male literacy was 92.19% and female literacy was 84.33%.