Kerandi

Kerandi is a village located in Garabandha tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Garabandha (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Kerandi village is also a gram panchayat.

Kerandi has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kerandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerandi is 414897. The village spans a total geographical area of 314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761212. Rayagada is nearest town to Kerandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kerandi 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 Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kerandi

Below is a concise population overview of Kerandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 223 107 116
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 13 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 222 106 116
Literate Population 103 60 43
Illiterate Population 120 47 73

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerandi village:

  • The total population of Kerandi village is around 223, including approximately 107 males and 116 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Kerandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerandi village has 222 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerandi village is about 46.19%, with male literacy at 56.07% and female literacy at 37.07%.
  • There are around 55 households in Kerandi village.

Connectivity of Kerandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kerandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Kerandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerandi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerandi

Where is Kerandi located?
Kerandi village is situated in Garabandha Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerandi?
Kerandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kerandi?
The pincode of Kerandi is 761212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerandi is 223, with 107 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerandi village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerandi is 46.19%. The male literacy rate is 56.07%, while the female literacy rate is 37.07%.