Keruna

Keruna is a village located in Mangalpur tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mangalpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Asanpur is the gram panchayat of Keruna village.

Keruna has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur 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 Keruna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keruna is 402146. The village spans a total geographical area of 143 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755013. Jajapur is nearest town to Keruna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Keruna 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 Binjharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jajpur 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 Keruna

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,337 662 675
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 82 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 763 385 378
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 979 512 467
Illiterate Population 358 150 208

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

  • The total population of Keruna village is around 1,337, including approximately 662 males and 675 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Keruna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Keruna village has 763 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Keruna village is about 73.22%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 69.19%.
  • There are around 358 households in Keruna village.

Connectivity of Keruna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keruna. As per the 2011 stats, Keruna 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Keruna

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Keruna

Where is Keruna located?
Keruna village is situated in Mangalpur Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keruna?
The Gram Panchayat of Keruna is Asanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Keruna?
The pincode of Keruna is 755013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Keruna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keruna is 1,337, with 662 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Keruna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keruna village has a total of 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keruna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keruna is 73.22%. The male literacy rate is 77.34%, while the female literacy rate is 69.19%.