Kerakachhar
About Kerakachhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerakachhar village is 434261. Kerakachhar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 976.78 hectares. Kerakachhar has a total population of 2,282 peoples, out of which male population is 1,145 while female population is 1,137. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 993 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerakachhar village is 50.96% out of which 58.34% males and 43.54% females are literate. There are about 445 houses in kerakachhar village. Pincode of kerakachhar village locality is 496551.
When it comes to administration, Kerakachhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kerakachhar village comes under Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Pathalgaon is nearest town to kerakachhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kerakachhar
The population details of Kerakachhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | 1,145 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 361 | 199 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,818 | 910 | 908 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 668 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 477 | 642 |
Connectivity of Kerakachhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.