Kerutagi

Kerutagi is a village located in Sindgi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Sindgi (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Kerutagi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kerutagi unique in its vibrant Sindgi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Kerutagi’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 Kerutagi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerutagi is 599413. The village spans a total geographical area of 1014.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Sindgi is nearest town to Kerutagi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kerutagi 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 Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kerutagi

According to the 2011 Census, Kerutagi has a total population of about 2,277, with approximately 1,170 males and 1,107 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 295 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 463 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.26%, with male literacy at about 66.84% and female literacy near 45.08%. There are around 444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerutagi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,277 1,170 1,107
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 295 156 139
Scheduled Castes (SC) 463 232 231
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,281 782 499
Illiterate Population 996 388 608

Connectivity of Kerutagi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerutagi. As per the 2011 stats, Kerutagi 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerutagi

Knowing the nearby villages of Kerutagi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerutagi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerutagi

Where is Kerutagi located?
Kerutagi village is situated in Sindgi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerutagi?
Kerutagi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kerutagi?
The pincode of Kerutagi is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerutagi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerutagi is 2,277, with 1,170 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Kerutagi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerutagi village has a total of 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerutagi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerutagi is 56.26%. The male literacy rate is 66.84%, while the female literacy rate is 45.08%.