Kergaon
Kergaon is a village located in Bindranavagarh tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Gariyaband (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Mauhabhatha is the gram panchayat of Kergaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kergaon unique in its vibrant Bindranavagarh-Raipur region. You’ll see Kergaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kergaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kergaon is 445020. The village spans a total geographical area of 395 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491226. Gariyaband is nearest town to Kergaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kergaon
Population of Kergaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kergaon has a total population of about 266, with approximately 130 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 218. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.79%, with male literacy at about 77.69% and female literacy near 54.41%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kergaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 130 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 101 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 29 | 62 |
Connectivity of Kergaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kergaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kergaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kergaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kergaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kergaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kergaon
- Where is Kergaon located?
- Kergaon village is situated in Bindranavagarh Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kergaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kergaon is Mauhabhatha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kergaon?
- The pincode of Kergaon is 491226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kergaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kergaon is 266, with 130 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Kergaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kergaon village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kergaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kergaon is 65.79%. The male literacy rate is 77.69%, while the female literacy rate is 54.41%.