Kerpa

Kerpa is a village located in Tilouthu subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tilouthu (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Kerpa village is also a gram panchayat.

Kerpa has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Kerpa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerpa is 252633. The village spans a total geographical area of 504.7 hectares. Dehri is nearest town to Kerpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Kerpa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,973 2,052 1,921
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 721 353 368
Scheduled Castes (SC) 300 155 145
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 65 35 30
Literate Population 2,282 1,344 938
Illiterate Population 1,691 708 983

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

  • The total population of Kerpa village is around 3,973, including approximately 2,052 males and 1,921 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 721 children aged 0–6 years in Kerpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerpa village has 300 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 65 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerpa village is about 57.44%, with male literacy at 65.50% and female literacy at 48.83%.
  • There are around 594 households in Kerpa village.

Connectivity of Kerpa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerpa. As per the 2011 stats, Kerpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerpa

Knowing the nearby villages of Kerpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerpa.

Amra Bhadsa Panraria Basdiha Uchaila Pirna Bigha Supa Sarae Rampur Renria Bhisra Chanpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerpa

Where is Kerpa located?
Kerpa village is situated in Tilouthu Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerpa?
Kerpa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kerpa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerpa is 3,973, with 2,052 males and 1,921 females.
How many households are there in Kerpa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerpa village has a total of 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerpa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerpa is 57.44%. The male literacy rate is 65.50%, while the female literacy rate is 48.83%.