Kere
About Kere
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kere village is 608934. Kere village is located in Sringeri taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Sringeri (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Kere village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1696.13 hectares. Kere has a total population of 296 peoples, out of which male population is 144 while female population is 152. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1055 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kere village is 68.24% out of which 73.61% males and 63.16% females are literate. There are about 90 houses in kere village. Pincode of kere village locality is 577139.
When it comes to administration, Kere 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, Kere village comes under Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Sringeri is nearest town to kere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Kere
The population details of Kere 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 | 296 | 144 | 152 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 38 | 56 |
Connectivity of Kere
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kere
Where is Kere located?
Kere village is situated in Sringeri Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kere?
Kere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kere?
The pincode of Kere is 577139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kere is 296, with 144 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Kere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kere village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kere is 68.24%. The male literacy rate is 73.61%, while the female literacy rate is 63.16%.