Kerlapal
Kerlapal is a village located in Sukma tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sukma (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Kerlapal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerlapal unique in its vibrant Sukma-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Kerlapal’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 Kerlapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerlapal is 450664. The village spans a total geographical area of 2688.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494111. Sukma is nearest town to Kerlapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kerlapal
Population of Kerlapal
According to the 2011 Census, Kerlapal has a total population of about 2,266, with approximately 1,180 males and 1,086 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 303 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,678. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.41%, with male literacy at about 57.37% and female literacy near 32.41%. There are around 548 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerlapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,180 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 144 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,678 | 838 | 840 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 677 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,237 | 503 | 734 |
Connectivity of Kerlapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerlapal. As per the 2011 stats, Kerlapal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerlapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerlapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerlapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerlapal
- Where is Kerlapal located?
- Kerlapal village is situated in Sukma Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerlapal?
- Kerlapal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerlapal?
- The pincode of Kerlapal is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerlapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerlapal is 2,266, with 1,180 males and 1,086 females.
- How many households are there in Kerlapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerlapal village has a total of 548 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerlapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerlapal is 45.41%. The male literacy rate is 57.37%, while the female literacy rate is 32.41%.