Kereya
Kereya is a village located in Thethaitangar subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thethaitangar (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Simdega. As per 2009 stats, Kerya is the gram panchayat of Kereya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kereya unique in its vibrant Thethaitangar-Simdega region. You’ll see Kereya’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 Kereya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kereya is 376619. The village spans a total geographical area of 3058.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835226. Thethaitangar is nearest town to Kereya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kereya
Population of Kereya
According to the 2011 Census, Kereya has a total population of about 5,731, with approximately 2,870 males and 2,861 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 928 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 822 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,674. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.51%, with male literacy at about 54.98% and female literacy near 46.03%. There are around 1,100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kereya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,731 | 2,870 | 2,861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 928 | 486 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 822 | 405 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,674 | 2,351 | 2,323 |
| Literate Population | 2,895 | 1,578 | 1,317 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,836 | 1,292 | 1,544 |
Connectivity of Kereya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kereya. As per the 2011 stats, Kereya 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kereya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kereya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kereya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kereya
- Where is Kereya located?
- Kereya village is situated in Thethaitangar Subdivision, within the Simdega district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kereya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kereya is Kerya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kereya?
- The pincode of Kereya is 835226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kereya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kereya is 5,731, with 2,870 males and 2,861 females.
- How many households are there in Kereya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kereya village has a total of 1,100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kereya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kereya is 50.51%. The male literacy rate is 54.98%, while the female literacy rate is 46.03%.