Kerag
About Kerag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerag village is 025861. Kerag village is located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 141km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Kerag village. As per 2009 stats, Bijmal is the gram panchayat of Kerag village.
The total geographical area of village is 60.6 hectares. Kerag has a total population of 59 peoples, out of which male population is 35 while female population is 24. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 685 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerag village is 64.41% out of which 74.29% males and 50.00% females are literate. There are about 11 houses in kerag village. Pincode of kerag village locality is 171210.
When it comes to administration, Kerag village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kerag village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to kerag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kerag
The population details of Kerag cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 38 | 26 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Connectivity of Kerag
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerag
Where is Kerag located?
Kerag village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerag?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerag is Bijmal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerag?
The pincode of Kerag is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerag is 59, with 35 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Kerag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerag village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerag is 64.41%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.