Kerabahal - Debagarh, Deogarh
Kerabahal is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Debagarh and around 30 km from Debagarh. Parposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerabahal is 382633. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kerabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Kerabahal village had a total population of 144 people, including 75 males and 69 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.69%, with male literacy at 86.57% and female literacy at 68.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 58 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kerabahal
Kerabahal 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 Kerabahal
Kerabahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kochinda to Kerabahal is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Kerabahal is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kerabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerabahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerabahal
Where is Kerabahal located?
Kerabahal village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kerabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerabahal is Parposi.
What is the pincode of Kerabahal?
The pincode of Kerabahal is 768108.
What is the population of Kerabahal?
Kerabahal had a total population of 144, including 75 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kerabahal?
Kerabahal had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerabahal was 77.69%. Male literacy was 86.57% and female literacy was 68.25%.