Kerha

Kerha is a village located in Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Kachhahar is the gram panchayat of Kerha village.

Kerha has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol 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 Kerha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerha is 501625. The village spans a total geographical area of 488.68 hectares. Burhar is nearest town to Kerha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Kerha

Below is a concise population overview of Kerha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 492 261 231
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 39 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 390 211 179
Literate Population 269 179 90
Illiterate Population 223 82 141

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

  • The total population of Kerha village is around 492, including approximately 261 males and 231 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Kerha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerha village has 390 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerha village is about 54.67%, with male literacy at 68.58% and female literacy at 38.96%.
  • There are around 112 households in Kerha village.

Connectivity of Kerha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerha. As per the 2011 stats, Kerha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerha

Knowing the nearby villages of Kerha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerha.

Sahi Dongaritola Badaudi Bodila Jhiriya Malaya Kachahar Padmaniya Chakodiya Charohandol Kudeli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerha

Where is Kerha located?
Kerha village is situated in Jaitpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerha is Kachhahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kerha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerha is 492, with 261 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Kerha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerha village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerha is 54.67%. The male literacy rate is 68.58%, while the female literacy rate is 38.96%.