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.
Here you can discover what makes Kerju unique in its vibrant Sitapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kerju’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kerju has a total population of about 3,372, with approximately 1,677 males and 1,695 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 383 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 183 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,809. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.44%, with male literacy at about 57.84% and female literacy near 43.13%. There are around 696 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerju's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.