Kerakachhar - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Kerakachhar is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Kerakachar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerakachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerakachhar is 434261. The village covers a total geographical area of 976.78 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kerakachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerakachhar
As per Census 2011, Kerakachhar village has a total population of 2,282 people, consisting of 1,145 males and 1,137 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,163 literate and 1,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,818 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerakachhar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kerakachhar
Kerakachhar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kerakachhar
Kerakachhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Kerakachhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kerakachhar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerakachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerakachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kerakachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerakachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerakachhar
Where is Kerakachhar located?
Kerakachhar village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerakachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerakachhar is Kerakachar.
What is the pincode of Kerakachhar?
The pincode of Kerakachhar is 496118.
What is the population of Kerakachhar?
Kerakachhar has a total population of 2,282, including 1,145 males and 1,137 females.
How many households are there in Kerakachhar?
There are 445 households in Kerakachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kerakachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerakachhar is 50.96%. Male literacy is 58.34% and female literacy is 43.54%.