Kerur
About Kerur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerur village is 597190. Kerur village is located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Kerur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 3917.32 hectares. Kerur has a total population of 14,758 peoples, out of which male population is 7,632 while female population is 7,126. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 933 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerur village is 57.78% out of which 64.26% males and 50.84% females are literate. There are about 2,878 houses in kerur village. Pincode of kerur village locality is 591213.
When it comes to administration, Kerur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kerur village comes under Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency. Chikodi is nearest town to kerur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Kerur
The population details of Kerur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,758 | 7,632 | 7,126 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,980 | 1,007 | 973 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,761 | 1,429 | 1,332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 8,527 | 4,904 | 3,623 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,231 | 2,728 | 3,503 |
Connectivity of Kerur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerur
Where is Kerur located?
Kerur village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerur?
Kerur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kerur?
The pincode of Kerur is 591213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerur is 14,758, with 7,632 males and 7,126 females.
How many households are there in Kerur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerur village has a total of 2,878 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerur is 57.78%. The male literacy rate is 64.26%, while the female literacy rate is 50.84%.