Kerap - Rafiganj, Aurangabad
Kerap is a village situated in the Rafiganj subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rafiganj and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Kerap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerap is 253046. The village covers a total geographical area of 987 hectares and falls under the 824125 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kerap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerap
As per Census 2011, Kerap village has a total population of 9,622 people, consisting of 5,088 males and 4,534 females. The village has 1,418 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,762 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,383 literate and 4,239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerap are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kerap
Kerap is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Telthua | North | 1.45 km |
| Maripur | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Rajaura | North | 2.37 km |
| Tendua | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Karma Masud | East | 2.51 km |
| Kiakhap | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Karsara | West | 2.65 km |
| Khairi | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Chatar | South | 2.81 km |
| Singhi Buzurg | North-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kerap
Kerap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.2 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Kerap is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Kerap is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerap 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 Kerap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerap 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kerap
Where is Kerap located?
Kerap village is located in Rafiganj Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerap?
Kerap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kerap?
The pincode of Kerap is 824125.
What is the population of Kerap?
Kerap has a total population of 9,622, including 5,088 males and 4,534 females.
How many households are there in Kerap?
There are 1,418 households in Kerap.
What is the literacy rate in Kerap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerap is 55.94%. Male literacy is 64.60% and female literacy is 46.23%.