Kerakhas
Kerakhas is a village located in Chakradharpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Chakradharpur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Kera is the gram panchayat of Kerakhas village.
Kerakhas has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Kerakhas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerakhas is 377388. The village spans a total geographical area of 378 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833102. Kera is nearest town to Kerakhas village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kerakhas
Population of Kerakhas
Below is a concise population overview of Kerakhas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,905 | 1,457 | 1,448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 193 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 255 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 849 | 410 | 439 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 954 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 503 | 775 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerakhas village:
- The total population of Kerakhas village is around 2,905, including approximately 1,457 males and 1,448 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 420 children aged 0–6 years in Kerakhas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerakhas village has 518 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 849 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerakhas village is about 56.01%, with male literacy at 65.48% and female literacy at 46.48%.
- There are around 641 households in Kerakhas village.
Connectivity of Kerakhas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerakhas. As per the 2011 stats, Kerakhas 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 Kerakhas
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerakhas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerakhas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerakhas
- Where is Kerakhas located?
- Kerakhas village is situated in Chakradharpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerakhas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerakhas is Kera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerakhas?
- The pincode of Kerakhas is 833102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerakhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerakhas is 2,905, with 1,457 males and 1,448 females.
- How many households are there in Kerakhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerakhas village has a total of 641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerakhas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerakhas is 56.01%. The male literacy rate is 65.48%, while the female literacy rate is 46.48%.