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.

Kerekeri has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 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.

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Population of Kerekeri

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kerekeri village is around 520, including approximately 260 males and 260 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Kerekeri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerekeri village has 118 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kerekeri village is about 70.00%, with male literacy at 75.77% and female literacy at 64.23%.
  • There are around 135 households in Kerekeri village.

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.

Doddabilaha Madre Bembalur Sivaralli Ist Kudlur Honnekodi Kattepura Kattepura Forest Agalli Niluvagilu Doddabandara

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%.