Keriya
Keriya is a village located in Sardarpur tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sardarpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Semliya is the gram panchayat of Keriya village.
Here you can discover what makes Keriya unique in its vibrant Sardarpur-Dhar 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 474662. The village spans a total geographical area of 294.27 hectares. Sardarpur is nearest town to Keriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Keriya
Population of Keriya
According to the 2011 Census, Keriya has a total population of about 688, with approximately 347 males and 341 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 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 685. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.92%, with male literacy at about 45.24% and female literacy near 28.45%. There are around 107 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 347 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 685 | 346 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 157 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 190 | 244 |
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 Sardarpur Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keriya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Keriya is Semliya (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 688, with 347 males and 341 females.
- How many households are there in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keriya village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keriya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keriya is 36.92%. The male literacy rate is 45.24%, while the female literacy rate is 28.45%.