Kerap
Kerap is a village located in Rafiganj subdivision of Aurangabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Rafiganj (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Kerap village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerap unique in its vibrant Rafiganj-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Kerap’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kerap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerap is 253046. The village spans a total geographical area of 987 hectares. Rafiganj is nearest town to Kerap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kerap
Population of Kerap
According to the 2011 Census, Kerap has a total population of about 9,622, with approximately 5,088 males and 4,534 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,762 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,347 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.94%, with male literacy at about 64.60% and female literacy near 46.23%. There are around 1,418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,622 | 5,088 | 4,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,762 | 883 | 879 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,347 | 1,237 | 1,110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,383 | 3,287 | 2,096 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,239 | 1,801 | 2,438 |
Connectivity of Kerap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerap. As per the 2011 stats, Kerap had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerap
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerap
- Where is Kerap located?
- Kerap village is situated in Rafiganj Subdivision, within the Aurangabad district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerap?
- Kerap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kerap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerap is 9,622, with 5,088 males and 4,534 females.
- How many households are there in Kerap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerap village has a total of 1,418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerap is 55.94%. The male literacy rate is 64.60%, while the female literacy rate is 46.23%.