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.

Kerap has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kerap

Below is a concise population overview of Kerap as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerap village:

  • The total population of Kerap village is around 9,622, including approximately 5,088 males and 4,534 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,762 children aged 0–6 years in Kerap village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerap village has 2,347 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerap village is about 55.94%, with male literacy at 64.60% and female literacy at 46.23%.
  • There are around 1,418 households in Kerap village.

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.

Ahamadpur Karma Masud Karmi Maripur Phesra Khairi Salempur Patoikhurd Patoi Karuna Baruna Pogar

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%.