Kereng
Kereng is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 67km away from Gumla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kereng village. As per 2009 stats, Chhichhwani is the gram panchayat of Kereng village.
Here you can discover what makes Kereng unique in its vibrant Chainpur-Gumla region. You’ll see Kereng’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 Kereng
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kereng is 376069. The village spans a total geographical area of 863 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835206. Gumla is nearest town to Kereng village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kereng
Population of Kereng
According to the 2011 Census, Kereng has a total population of about 1,053, with approximately 552 males and 501 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 851. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.62%, with male literacy at about 71.38% and female literacy near 59.28%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kereng's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,053 | 552 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 91 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 851 | 448 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 394 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 158 | 204 |
Connectivity of Kereng
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kereng. As per the 2011 stats, Kereng had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kereng
Knowing the nearby villages of Kereng helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kereng.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kereng
- Where is Kereng located?
- Kereng village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kereng?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kereng is Chhichhwani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kereng?
- The pincode of Kereng is 835206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kereng as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kereng is 1,053, with 552 males and 501 females.
- How many households are there in Kereng as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kereng village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kereng as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kereng is 65.62%. The male literacy rate is 71.38%, while the female literacy rate is 59.28%.