Kerukuda
About Kerukuda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerukuda village is 423484. Kerukuda village is located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gaiagaon is the gram panchayat of Kerukuda village.
The total geographical area of village is 151 hectares. Kerukuda has a total population of 390 peoples, out of which male population is 176 while female population is 214. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1215 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerukuda village is 45.90% out of which 59.66% males and 34.58% females are literate. There are about 107 houses in kerukuda village. Pincode of kerukuda village locality is 766001.
When it comes to administration, Kerukuda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kerukuda village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to kerukuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Kerukuda
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 176 | 214 |
| Children (0-6) | 54 | 20 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 80 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 105 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 71 | 140 |
Connectivity of Kerukuda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerukuda
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerukuda
Where is Kerukuda located?
Kerukuda village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerukuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerukuda is Gaiagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerukuda?
The pincode of Kerukuda is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerukuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerukuda is 390, with 176 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Kerukuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerukuda village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerukuda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerukuda is 45.90%. The male literacy rate is 59.66%, while the female literacy rate is 34.58%.