Kerandi

Kerandi is a village located in Parlakhemundi tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Parlakhemundi (tehsildar office) and 3km 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 414643. The village spans a total geographical area of 501 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761201. Parlakhemundi is nearest town to Kerandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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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 1,304 668 636
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 137 70 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 80 42 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 765 463 302
Illiterate Population 539 205 334

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

  • The total population of Kerandi village is around 1,304, including approximately 668 males and 636 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Kerandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerandi village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kerandi village is about 58.67%, with male literacy at 69.31% and female literacy at 47.48%.
  • There are around 308 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Parsurampur Hatibadigopinathpur Boyahill Jajpur Radhakanta Seri Dalimbapur Amara Devidi B Sitapur Jaganathpur Gopalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerandi

Where is Kerandi located?
Kerandi village is situated in Parlakhemundi 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 761201, 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 1,304, with 668 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerandi village has a total of 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerandi is 58.67%. The male literacy rate is 69.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.48%.