Kerha

Kerha is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kerha village. As per 2009 stats, Khairha 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 501248. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.8 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Kerha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km 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 1,728 892 836
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 248 133 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 145 77 68
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 715 349 366
Literate Population 822 513 309
Illiterate Population 906 379 527

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

  • The total population of Kerha village is around 1,728, including approximately 892 males and 836 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Kerha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerha village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 715 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerha village is about 47.57%, with male literacy at 57.51% and female literacy at 36.96%.
  • There are around 424 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerha

Where is Kerha located?
Kerha village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerha is Khairha (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 1,728, with 892 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Kerha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerha village has a total of 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerha is 47.57%. The male literacy rate is 57.51%, while the female literacy rate is 36.96%.