Kerai
Kerai is a village located in Bibhutpur subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bibhutpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Kerai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerai unique in its vibrant Bibhutpur-Samastipur region. You’ll see Kerai’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 Kerai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerai is 237158. The village spans a total geographical area of 613 hectares. Dalsinghsarai is nearest town to Kerai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kerai
Population of Kerai
According to the 2011 Census, Kerai has a total population of about 10,209, with approximately 5,289 males and 4,920 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,774 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 881 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.17%, with male literacy at about 67.10% and female literacy near 46.48%. There are around 1,942 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,209 | 5,289 | 4,920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,774 | 898 | 876 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 881 | 466 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,836 | 3,549 | 2,287 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,373 | 1,740 | 2,633 |
Connectivity of Kerai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerai. As per the 2011 stats, Kerai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerai
- Where is Kerai located?
- Kerai village is situated in Bibhutpur Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerai?
- Kerai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kerai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerai is 10,209, with 5,289 males and 4,920 females.
- How many households are there in Kerai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerai village has a total of 1,942 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerai is 57.17%. The male literacy rate is 67.10%, while the female literacy rate is 46.48%.