Keriya

Keriya is a village located in Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chaurai (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Zhiriya is the gram panchayat of Keriya village.

Keriya has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara 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 494336. The village spans a total geographical area of 468 hectares. Chaurai Khas is nearest town to Keriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 668 336 332
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 44 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 86 43 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 173 82 91
Literate Population 373 218 155
Illiterate Population 295 118 177

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

  • The total population of Keriya village is around 668, including approximately 336 males and 332 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Keriya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Keriya village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 173 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Keriya village is about 55.84%, with male literacy at 64.88% and female literacy at 46.69%.
  • There are around 132 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Deori Mal Deori Ryt Dutmur Mal Dhutmur Ryt Karlai Rajalwadi Khutiya Parsoli Pajra Nandna Loni Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Keriya

Where is Keriya located?
Keriya village is situated in Chaurai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Keriya is Zhiriya (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 668, with 336 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keriya village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keriya is 55.84%. The male literacy rate is 64.88%, while the female literacy rate is 46.69%.