Kerju
Kerju is a village located in Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Sitapur (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kerju village is also a gram panchayat.
Kerju has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Kerju
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerju is 433483. The village spans a total geographical area of 1285.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497111. Sitapur is nearest town to Kerju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Kerju
Population of Kerju
Below is a concise population overview of Kerju 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 | 3,372 | 1,677 | 1,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 212 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,809 | 1,387 | 1,422 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 970 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,671 | 707 | 964 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerju village:
- The total population of Kerju village is around 3,372, including approximately 1,677 males and 1,695 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 383 children aged 0–6 years in Kerju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerju village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,809 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerju village is about 50.44%, with male literacy at 57.84% and female literacy at 43.13%.
- There are around 696 households in Kerju village.
Connectivity of Kerju
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerju. As per the 2011 stats, Kerju 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 Kerju
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerju helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerju.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerju
- Where is Kerju located?
- Kerju village is situated in Sitapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerju?
- Kerju serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerju?
- The pincode of Kerju is 497111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerju as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerju is 3,372, with 1,677 males and 1,695 females.
- How many households are there in Kerju as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerju village has a total of 696 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerju as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerju is 50.44%. The male literacy rate is 57.84%, while the female literacy rate is 43.13%.