Keriya

Keriya is a village located in Jamai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Jamai (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Chaumau 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 494457. The village spans a total geographical area of 2076.18 hectares. Damaua is nearest town to Keriya village for all major economic activities.

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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 274 131 143
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 27 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 269 128 141
Literate Population 120 73 47
Illiterate Population 154 58 96

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

  • The total population of Keriya village is around 274, including approximately 131 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 1091 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Keriya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Keriya village has 269 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Keriya village is about 43.80%, with male literacy at 55.73% and female literacy at 32.87%.
  • There are around 53 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Keriya

Where is Keriya located?
Keriya village is situated in Jamai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Keriya is Chaumau (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 274, with 131 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keriya village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keriya is 43.80%. The male literacy rate is 55.73%, while the female literacy rate is 32.87%.