Keriya
Keriya is a village located in Ghoda Dongri tehsil of Betul district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Ghoda Dongri. Ghoda Dongri is the sub-district headquarter of Keriya village. As per 2009 stats, Sitakamath is the gram panchayat of Keriya village.
Here you can discover what makes Keriya unique in its vibrant Ghoda Dongri-Betul region. You’ll see Keriya’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 Keriya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keriya is 485862. The village spans a total geographical area of 297 hectares. Sarni is nearest town to Keriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Keriya 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 Amla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Keriya
Population of Keriya
According to the 2011 Census, Keriya has a total population of about 459, with approximately 224 males and 235 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 311. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.41%, with male literacy at about 54.02% and female literacy near 39.15%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keriya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 459 | 224 | 235 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 147 | 164 |
Literate Population | 213 | 121 | 92 |
Illiterate Population | 246 | 103 | 143 |
Connectivity of Keriya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keriya. As per the 2011 stats, Keriya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Keriya
Knowing the nearby villages of Keriya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keriya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keriya
- Where is Keriya located?
- Keriya village is situated in Ghoda Dongri Tehsil, within the Betul district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keriya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Keriya is Sitakamath (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keriya is 459, with 224 males and 235 females.
- How many households are there in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keriya village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keriya is 46.41%. The male literacy rate is 54.02%, while the female literacy rate is 39.15%.