Keruanpalli - Dharakote, Ganjam
Keruanpalli is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Gangapur and around 88 km from Chatrapur. Jharapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keruanpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keruanpalli is 410784. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Keruanpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keruanpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Keruanpalli village had a total population of 283 people, including 143 males and 140 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.85%, with male literacy at 83.46% and female literacy at 57.50%.
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 | 283 | 143 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 106 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 37 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Keruanpalli
Keruanpalli 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 Keruanpalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Keruanpalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Keruanpalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Keruanpalli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keruanpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keruanpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Keruanpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keruanpalli 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 Keruanpalli
Where is Keruanpalli located?
Keruanpalli village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keruanpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Keruanpalli is Jharapari.
What is the pincode of Keruanpalli?
The pincode of Keruanpalli is 761123.
What is the population of Keruanpalli?
Keruanpalli had a total population of 283, including 143 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Keruanpalli?
Keruanpalli had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keruanpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keruanpalli was 70.85%. Male literacy was 83.46% and female literacy was 57.50%.