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.

Kereng has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 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.

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Population of Kereng

Below is a concise population overview of Kereng as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kereng village:

  • The total population of Kereng village is around 1,053, including approximately 552 males and 501 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Kereng village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kereng village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 851 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kereng village is about 65.62%, with male literacy at 71.38% and female literacy at 59.28%.
  • There are around 198 households in Kereng village.

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%.