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
As per Census 2011, Keralo village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 118 males and 125 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keralo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 118 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 60 | 70 |
| 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 has a total population of 243, including 118 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Keralo?
There are 64 households in Keralo.
What is the literacy rate in Keralo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keralo is 72.02%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 72.80%.