Keranga
Keranga is a village located in Salepur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Salepur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Raisunguda is the gram panchayat of Keranga village.
Here you can discover what makes Keranga unique in its vibrant Salepur-Cuttack region. You’ll see Keranga’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 Keranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keranga is 399652. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754221. Cuttack is nearest town to Keranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Keranga
Population of Keranga
According to the 2011 Census, Keranga has a total population of about 475, with approximately 260 males and 215 females. The sex ratio is around 826 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 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 74.53%, with male literacy at about 80.38% and female literacy near 67.44%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keranga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 260 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 98 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 354 | 209 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 51 | 70 |
Connectivity of Keranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keranga. As per the 2011 stats, Keranga 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 Keranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Keranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keranga
- Where is Keranga located?
- Keranga village is situated in Salepur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keranga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Keranga is Raisunguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Keranga?
- The pincode of Keranga is 754221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keranga is 475, with 260 males and 215 females.
- How many households are there in Keranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keranga village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keranga is 74.53%. The male literacy rate is 80.38%, while the female literacy rate is 67.44%.