Kerakachhar
Kerakachhar is a village located in Kartala tehsil of Korba district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kartala (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Korba. As per 2009 stats, Kerakchhar is the gram panchayat of Kerakachhar village.
Kerakachhar has its own place in the vibrant Korba 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 436496. The village spans a total geographical area of 1929.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Korba is nearest town to Kerakachhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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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 | 2,345 | 1,166 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 218 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,868 | 933 | 935 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 637 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 529 | 764 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerakachhar village:
- The total population of Kerakachhar village is around 2,345, including approximately 1,166 males and 1,179 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 401 children aged 0–6 years in Kerakachhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerakachhar village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,868 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerakachhar village is about 44.86%, with male literacy at 54.63% and female literacy at 35.20%.
- There are around 602 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 <5 km distance |
| 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 Kartala Tehsil, within the Korba district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerakachhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerakachhar is Kerakchhar (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 491995, 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 2,345, with 1,166 males and 1,179 females.
- How many households are there in Kerakachhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerakachhar village has a total of 602 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerakachhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerakachhar is 44.86%. The male literacy rate is 54.63%, while the female literacy rate is 35.20%.