Kerur
About Kerur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerur village is 620053. Kerur village is located in Aland taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Aland (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Darga Sirur is the gram panchayat of Kerur village.
The total geographical area of village is 952.64 hectares. Kerur has a total population of 1,021 peoples, out of which male population is 500 while female population is 521. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1042 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerur village is 47.99% out of which 56.00% males and 40.31% females are literate. There are about 216 houses in kerur village. Pincode of kerur village locality is 585213.
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 Aland Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bidar Lok Sabha constituency. Aland is nearest town to kerur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 | 1,021 | 500 | 521 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 308 | 161 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 280 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 220 | 311 |
Connectivity of Kerur
| 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 Kerur
Where is Kerur located?
Kerur village is situated in Aland Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerur is Darga Sirur (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 585213, 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 1,021, with 500 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Kerur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerur village has a total of 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerur is 47.99%. The male literacy rate is 56.00%, while the female literacy rate is 40.31%.