Kerakona

Kerakona is a village located in Manora tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Manora (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Tempu is the gram panchayat of Kerakona village.

Kerakona 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 Kerakona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerakona is 433947. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496330. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Kerakona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Kerakona

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 220 109 111
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 17 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 220 109 111
Literate Population 124 78 46
Illiterate Population 96 31 65

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

  • The total population of Kerakona village is around 220, including approximately 109 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Kerakona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerakona village has 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerakona village is about 56.36%, with male literacy at 71.56% and female literacy at 41.44%.
  • There are around 44 households in Kerakona village.

Connectivity of Kerakona

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerakona. As per the 2011 stats, Kerakona 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerakona

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerakona

Where is Kerakona located?
Kerakona village is situated in Manora Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerakona?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerakona is Tempu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerakona?
The pincode of Kerakona is 496330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerakona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerakona is 220, with 109 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Kerakona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerakona village has a total of 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerakona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerakona is 56.36%. The male literacy rate is 71.56%, while the female literacy rate is 41.44%.