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.
Keriya has its own place in the vibrant Betul 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Keriya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Keriya village:
- The total population of Keriya village is around 459, including approximately 224 males and 235 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Keriya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Keriya village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 311 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Keriya village is about 46.41%, with male literacy at 54.02% and female literacy at 39.15%.
- There are around 95 households in Keriya village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.