Kersai
Kersai is a Town and Subdivision in Simdega District of Jharkhand. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kersai Block (CD) is 02721. The total area of Kersai Subdivision is 253 km². Kersai has a sex ratio of approximately 1002 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kersai Subdivision
Kersai Subdivision has a total of 21 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kersai Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagdega | Baghdega | Kersai |
| 2 | Basan | Basen | Kersai |
| 3 | Betma | Kinkel | Kersai |
| 4 | Ghujhariya | Basen | Kersai |
| 5 | Gorairjor | Gariyajor | Kersai |
| 6 | Kanjoba | Konjoba | Kersai |
| 7 | Karaigura | Kinkel | Kersai |
| 8 | Karamtoli | Kersai | Simdega |
| 9 | Karamtoli Alias Mahuatoli | Kersai | Kersai |
| 10 | Karangaguri | Basen | Kersai |
| 11 | Karrajhariya | Baghdega | Kersai |
| 12 | Karuarjor | Basen | Kersai |
| 13 | Kersai | Kersai | Kersai |
| 14 | Kinkel | Kinkel | Kersai |
| 15 | Konskeli | Baghdega | Kersai |
| 16 | Korkotjor | Konjoba | Simdega |
| 17 | Kusumdegi | Baghdega | Kersai |
| 18 | Paharsara | Baghdega | Kersai |
| 19 | Pakartoli | Konjoba | Kersai |
| 20 | Raibera | Baghdega | Kersai |
| 21 | Taisar | Tainser East Part | Kersai |
Population of Kersai Subdivision
The population profile of Kersai Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kersai Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39,218 | 39,218 | N/A |
| Male Population | 19,582 | 19,582 | N/A |
| Female Population | 19,636 | 19,636 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,185 | 6,185 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,127 | 3,127 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,058 | 3,058 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 22,397 | 22,397 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 12,350 | 12,350 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 10,047 | 10,047 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 16,821 | 16,821 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,232 | 7,232 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 9,589 | 9,589 | N/A |
| Total Households | 7,580 | 7,580 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 39,218 people. Includes nearly 19,582 males and 19,636 females. Rural population is about 39,218 people.
- There are around 6,185 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,127 boys and 3,058 girls.
- Literate population is about 22,397 people. Non-literate population is around 16,821 people.
- There are nearly 7,580 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kersai Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,014 | 2,014 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,006 | 1,006 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,008 | 1,008 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 31,505 | 31,505 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 15,619 | 15,619 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 15,886 | 15,886 | N/A |
| Population Density | 155 / km² | 155 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kersai Subdivision is approximately 2,014 people, including 1,006 males and 1,008 females. Around 2,014 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kersai Subdivision is about 31,505 people, including 15,619 males and 15,886 females. Around 31,505 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 155 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 155 people per sq. km.