Kerekeri
Kerekeri is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Besur is the gram panchayat of Kerekeri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kerekeri unique in its vibrant Somvarpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Kerekeri’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 Kerekeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerekeri is 617873. The village spans a total geographical area of 194.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571231. Arkalgud is nearest town to Kerekeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kerekeri
Population of Kerekeri
According to the 2011 Census, Kerekeri has a total population of about 520, with approximately 260 males and 260 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 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 70.00%, with male literacy at about 75.77% and female literacy near 64.23%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerekeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 260 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 364 | 197 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Connectivity of Kerekeri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerekeri. As per the 2011 stats, Kerekeri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerekeri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerekeri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerekeri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerekeri
- Where is Kerekeri located?
- Kerekeri village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerekeri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerekeri is Besur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerekeri?
- The pincode of Kerekeri is 571231, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerekeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerekeri is 520, with 260 males and 260 females.
- How many households are there in Kerekeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerekeri village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerekeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerekeri is 70.00%. The male literacy rate is 75.77%, while the female literacy rate is 64.23%.