Kerakalamatti
Kerakalamatti is a village located in Badami taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Badami (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Sulikeri is the gram panchayat of Kerakalamatti village.
Here you can discover what makes Kerakalamatti unique in its vibrant Badami-Bagalkot region. You’ll see Kerakalamatti’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 Kerakalamatti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerakalamatti is 598628. The village spans a total geographical area of 796.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587206. Bagalkot is nearest town to Kerakalamatti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerakalamatti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badami Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kerakalamatti
Population of Kerakalamatti
According to the 2011 Census, Kerakalamatti has a total population of about 2,533, with approximately 1,278 males and 1,255 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 289. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.99%, with male literacy at about 61.66% and female literacy near 42.15%. There are around 479 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerakalamatti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | 1,278 | 1,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 201 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 145 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 136 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 1,317 | 788 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 490 | 726 |
Connectivity of Kerakalamatti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerakalamatti. As per the 2011 stats, Kerakalamatti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerakalamatti
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerakalamatti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerakalamatti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerakalamatti
- Where is Kerakalamatti located?
- Kerakalamatti village is situated in Badami Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerakalamatti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerakalamatti is Sulikeri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerakalamatti?
- The pincode of Kerakalamatti is 587206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerakalamatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerakalamatti is 2,533, with 1,278 males and 1,255 females.
- How many households are there in Kerakalamatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerakalamatti village has a total of 479 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerakalamatti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerakalamatti is 51.99%. The male literacy rate is 61.66%, while the female literacy rate is 42.15%.