Keratong
About Keratong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Keratong village is 450554. Keratong village is located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Keratong village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 689.95 hectares. Keratong has a total population of 470 peoples, out of which male population is 192 while female population is 278. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1447 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of keratong village is 41.06% out of which 44.27% males and 38.85% females are literate. There are about 102 houses in keratong village. Pincode of keratong village locality is 494115.
When it comes to administration, Keratong village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Keratong village comes under Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Sukma is nearest town to keratong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Keratong
The population details of Keratong cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 192 | 278 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 455 | 186 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 85 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 107 | 170 |
Connectivity of Keratong
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Keratong
Where is Keratong located?
Keratong village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keratong?
Keratong serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Keratong?
The pincode of Keratong is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Keratong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keratong is 470, with 192 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Keratong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keratong village has a total of 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keratong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keratong is 41.06%. The male literacy rate is 44.27%, while the female literacy rate is 38.85%.