Ketaka
Ketaka is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Ketka is the gram panchayat of Ketaka village.
Here you can discover what makes Ketaka unique in its vibrant Surajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Ketaka’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 Ketaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ketaka is 432579. The village spans a total geographical area of 923.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497226. Surajpur is nearest town to Ketaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Ketaka
Population of Ketaka
According to the 2011 Census, Ketaka has a total population of about 2,280, with approximately 1,099 males and 1,181 females. The sex ratio is around 1074 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 432 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,897. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.31%, with male literacy at about 49.32% and female literacy near 31.92%. There are around 502 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ketaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,280 | 1,099 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 204 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,897 | 911 | 986 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 542 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 557 | 804 |
Connectivity of Ketaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ketaka. As per the 2011 stats, Ketaka 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 Ketaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Ketaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ketaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ketaka
- Where is Ketaka located?
- Ketaka village is situated in Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ketaka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ketaka is Ketka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ketaka?
- The pincode of Ketaka is 497226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ketaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ketaka is 2,280, with 1,099 males and 1,181 females.
- How many households are there in Ketaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ketaka village has a total of 502 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ketaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ketaka is 40.31%. The male literacy rate is 49.32%, while the female literacy rate is 31.92%.