Kerilo
Kerilo is a village located in Nemalo tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nemalo (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Kerilo village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerilo unique in its vibrant Nemalo-Cuttack region. You’ll see Kerilo’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kerilo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerilo is 399856. The village spans a total geographical area of 109 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754209. Kendrapara is nearest town to Kerilo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerilo village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kerilo
Population of Kerilo
According to the 2011 Census, Kerilo has a total population of about 920, with approximately 466 males and 454 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.46%, with male literacy at about 84.76% and female literacy near 74.01%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerilo's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 466 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 731 | 395 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 71 | 118 |
Connectivity of Kerilo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerilo. As per the 2011 stats, Kerilo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerilo
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerilo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerilo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerilo
- Where is Kerilo located?
- Kerilo village is situated in Nemalo Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerilo?
- Kerilo serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerilo?
- The pincode of Kerilo is 754209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerilo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerilo is 920, with 466 males and 454 females.
- How many households are there in Kerilo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerilo village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerilo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerilo is 79.46%. The male literacy rate is 84.76%, while the female literacy rate is 74.01%.