Keratong

Keratong is a village 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.

Keratong has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Keratong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keratong is 450554. The village spans a total geographical area of 689.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Sukma is nearest town to Keratong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Keratong village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Keratong

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 470 192 278
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 46 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 455 186 269
Literate Population 193 85 108
Illiterate Population 277 107 170

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

  • The total population of Keratong village is around 470, including approximately 192 males and 278 females, with a sex ratio of 1447 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Keratong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Keratong village has 455 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Keratong village is about 41.06%, with male literacy at 44.27% and female literacy at 38.85%.
  • There are around 102 households in Keratong village.

Connectivity of Keratong

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

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

Nearby Villages of Keratong

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

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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%.