Kerma

Kerma is a village located in Amrapara subdivision of Pakur district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Amrapara (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Pakaur. As per 2009 stats, Paderkola is the gram panchayat of Kerma village.

Kerma has its own place in the vibrant Pakur 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 Kerma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerma is 360131. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814111. Amrapara is nearest town to Kerma village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kerma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 128 65 63
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 14 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 127 65 62
Literate Population 27 19 8
Illiterate Population 101 46 55

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

  • The total population of Kerma village is around 128, including approximately 65 males and 63 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Kerma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerma village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 127 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerma village is about 21.09%, with male literacy at 29.23% and female literacy at 12.70%.
  • There are around 34 households in Kerma village.

Connectivity of Kerma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerma. As per the 2011 stats, Kerma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kerma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerma.

Bhorandia Sijua Saharghati Pararkola Amtola Jamkandar Nunpara Ambajora Kamardiha Jamkanali Joraro

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerma

Where is Kerma located?
Kerma village is situated in Amrapara Subdivision, within the Pakur district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerma is Paderkola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerma?
The pincode of Kerma is 814111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerma is 128, with 65 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Kerma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerma village has a total of 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerma is 21.09%. The male literacy rate is 29.23%, while the female literacy rate is 12.70%.