Kerur
About Kerur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerur village is 599334. Kerur village is located in Sindgi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Sindgi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Gabbasavalagi is the gram panchayat of Kerur village.
The total geographical area of village is 984.03 hectares. Kerur has a total population of 1,463 peoples, out of which male population is 747 while female population is 716. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 958 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerur village is 46.75% out of which 57.83% males and 35.20% females are literate. There are about 268 houses in kerur village. Pincode of kerur village locality is 586112.
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 Sindgi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency. Sindgi is nearest town to kerur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km 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 | 1,463 | 747 | 716 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 234 | 111 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 257 | 125 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 432 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 315 | 464 |
Connectivity of Kerur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Sindgi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerur is Gabbasavalagi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerur?
The pincode of Kerur is 586112, 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 1,463, with 747 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Kerur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerur village has a total of 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerur is 46.75%. The male literacy rate is 57.83%, while the female literacy rate is 35.20%.