Kersai
Kersai is a village located in Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Farsabahar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Kersai village is also a gram panchayat.
Kersai has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Kersai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kersai is 434135. The village spans a total geographical area of 2222.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496227. Pathalgaon is nearest town to Kersai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kersai 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 Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kersai
Population of Kersai
Below is a concise population overview of Kersai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,618 | 2,284 | 2,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 640 | 295 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,845 | 1,409 | 1,436 |
| Literate Population | 2,664 | 1,531 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,954 | 753 | 1,201 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kersai village:
- The total population of Kersai village is around 4,618, including approximately 2,284 males and 2,334 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 640 children aged 0–6 years in Kersai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kersai village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,845 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kersai village is about 57.69%, with male literacy at 67.03% and female literacy at 48.54%.
- There are around 1,076 households in Kersai village.
Connectivity of Kersai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kersai. As per the 2011 stats, Kersai 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 Kersai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kersai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kersai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kersai
- Where is Kersai located?
- Kersai village is situated in Farsabahar Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kersai?
- Kersai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kersai?
- The pincode of Kersai is 496227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kersai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kersai is 4,618, with 2,284 males and 2,334 females.
- How many households are there in Kersai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kersai village has a total of 1,076 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kersai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kersai is 57.69%. The male literacy rate is 67.03%, while the female literacy rate is 48.54%.