Kerur - Mukhed, Nanded
Kerur is a village situated in the Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukhed and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Kerur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerur is 545490. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 431715 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kerur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerur
As per Census 2011, Kerur village has a total population of 2,657 people, consisting of 1,365 males and 1,292 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,564 literate and 1,093 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,657 | 1,365 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 189 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,304 | 696 | 608 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,564 | 936 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 429 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Kerur
Kerur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambhali | West | 1.72 km |
| Borgaon | East | 2.59 km |
| Pala | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Tandli | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Palaswadi | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Bhagnurwadi | North | 3.58 km |
| Mandlapur | East | 3.96 km |
| Chandola | North | 4.23 km |
| Kolgaon | East | 4.31 km |
| Honwadaj | West | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kerur
Kerur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mukhed to Kerur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Kerur is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kerur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerur
Where is Kerur located?
Kerur village is located in Mukhed Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerur?
Kerur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kerur?
The pincode of Kerur is 431715.
What is the population of Kerur?
Kerur has a total population of 2,657, including 1,365 males and 1,292 females.
How many households are there in Kerur?
There are 546 households in Kerur.
What is the literacy rate in Kerur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerur is 58.86%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 48.61%.