Kerakachhar
Kerakachhar is a village located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Kerakachar is the gram panchayat of Kerakachhar village.
Kerakachhar 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 Kerakachhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerakachhar is 434261. The village spans a total geographical area of 976.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496551. Pathalgaon is nearest town to Kerakachhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerakachhar 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 Pathalgaon 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 Kerakachhar
Population of Kerakachhar
Below is a concise population overview of Kerakachhar 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 | 2,282 | 1,145 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 199 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,818 | 910 | 908 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 668 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 477 | 642 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerakachhar village:
- The total population of Kerakachhar village is around 2,282, including approximately 1,145 males and 1,137 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 361 children aged 0–6 years in Kerakachhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerakachhar village has 197 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,818 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerakachhar village is about 50.96%, with male literacy at 58.34% and female literacy at 43.54%.
- There are around 445 households in Kerakachhar village.
Connectivity of Kerakachhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerakachhar. As per the 2011 stats, Kerakachhar 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 Kerakachhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerakachhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerakachhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerakachhar
- Where is Kerakachhar located?
- Kerakachhar village is situated in Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerakachhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerakachhar is Kerakachar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerakachhar?
- The pincode of Kerakachhar is 496551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerakachhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerakachhar is 2,282, with 1,145 males and 1,137 females.
- How many households are there in Kerakachhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerakachhar village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerakachhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerakachhar is 50.96%. The male literacy rate is 58.34%, while the female literacy rate is 43.54%.