Keralo - Mahanga, Cuttack
Keralo is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Nahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keralo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keralo is 399581. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Keralo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keralo
According to the 2011 Census, Keralo village had a total population of 243 people, including 118 males and 125 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.73%, with male literacy at 83.17% and female literacy at 84.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 118 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 60 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Keralo
Keralo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Keralo
Keralo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Cuttack to Keralo is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keralo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keralo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Keralo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keralo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keralo
Where is Keralo located?
Keralo village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keralo?
The Gram Panchayat of Keralo is Nahanga.
What is the pincode of Keralo?
The pincode of Keralo is 754207.
What is the population of Keralo?
Keralo had a total population of 243, including 118 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Keralo?
Keralo had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keralo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keralo was 83.73%. Male literacy was 83.17% and female literacy was 84.26%.