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.
Here you can discover what makes Kerandi unique in its vibrant Parlakhemundi-Gajapati region. You’ll see Kerandi’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 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.
Google Map of Kerandi
Population of Kerandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kerandi has a total population of about 1,304, with approximately 668 males and 636 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 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 58.67%, with male literacy at about 69.31% and female literacy near 47.48%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.