Kerta
Kerta is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kerta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerta unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kerta’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 Kerta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerta is 432283. The village spans a total geographical area of 793.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Kerta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Kerta
Population of Kerta
According to the 2011 Census, Kerta has a total population of about 2,318, with approximately 1,209 males and 1,109 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 369 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,616. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.27%, with male literacy at about 51.78% and female literacy near 33.99%. There are around 510 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,318 | 1,209 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 186 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,616 | 852 | 764 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 626 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 583 | 732 |
Connectivity of Kerta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerta. As per the 2011 stats, Kerta 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 Kerta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerta
- Where is Kerta located?
- Kerta village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerta?
- Kerta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerta?
- The pincode of Kerta is 497223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerta is 2,318, with 1,209 males and 1,109 females.
- How many households are there in Kerta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerta village has a total of 510 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerta is 43.27%. The male literacy rate is 51.78%, while the female literacy rate is 33.99%.