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.

Kerutagi has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Kerutagi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerutagi village:

  • The total population of Kerutagi village is around 2,277, including approximately 1,170 males and 1,107 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 295 children aged 0–6 years in Kerutagi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerutagi village has 463 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kerutagi village is about 56.26%, with male literacy at 66.84% and female literacy at 45.08%.
  • There are around 444 households in Kerutagi village.

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%.