Kekariya
Kekariya is a village located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Kekariya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kekariya unique in its vibrant Pushparajgarh-Anuppur region. You’ll see Kekariya’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 Kekariya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kekariya is 502215. The village spans a total geographical area of 969.37 hectares. Anuppur is nearest town to Kekariya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kekariya 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kekariya
Population of Kekariya
According to the 2011 Census, Kekariya has a total population of about 1,304, with approximately 655 males and 649 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,225. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.17%, with male literacy at about 52.37% and female literacy near 37.90%. There are around 327 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kekariya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 655 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,225 | 616 | 609 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 343 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 312 | 403 |
Connectivity of Kekariya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kekariya. As per the 2011 stats, Kekariya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kekariya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kekariya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kekariya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kekariya
- Where is Kekariya located?
- Kekariya village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kekariya?
- Kekariya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kekariya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kekariya is 1,304, with 655 males and 649 females.
- How many households are there in Kekariya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kekariya village has a total of 327 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kekariya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kekariya is 45.17%. The male literacy rate is 52.37%, while the female literacy rate is 37.90%.