Kerlapenda
Kerlapenda is a village located in Konta tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Konta (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Kerlapenda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerlapenda unique in its vibrant Konta-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Kerlapenda’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 Kerlapenda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerlapenda is 450291. The village spans a total geographical area of 1536.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494122. Dornapal is nearest town to Kerlapenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
Google Map of Kerlapenda
Population of Kerlapenda
According to the 2011 Census, Kerlapenda has a total population of about 562, with approximately 257 males and 305 females. The sex ratio is around 1186 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 561. The overall literacy rate is approximately 0.71%, with male literacy at about 1.17% and female literacy near 0.33%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerlapenda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 257 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 257 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 254 | 304 |
Connectivity of Kerlapenda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerlapenda. As per the 2011 stats, Kerlapenda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerlapenda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerlapenda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerlapenda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerlapenda
- Where is Kerlapenda located?
- Kerlapenda village is situated in Konta Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerlapenda?
- Kerlapenda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerlapenda?
- The pincode of Kerlapenda is 494122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerlapenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerlapenda is 562, with 257 males and 305 females.
- How many households are there in Kerlapenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerlapenda village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerlapenda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerlapenda is 0.71%. The male literacy rate is 1.17%, while the female literacy rate is 0.33%.