Kerpai
Kerpai is a village located in Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Thuamul Rampur (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kerpai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerpai unique in its vibrant Thuamul Rampur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kerpai’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 Kerpai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerpai is 424342. The village spans a total geographical area of 74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766037. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Kerpai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
Google Map of Kerpai
Population of Kerpai
According to the 2011 Census, Kerpai has a total population of about 227, with approximately 106 males and 121 females. The sex ratio is around 1141 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 225. The overall literacy rate is approximately 18.06%, with male literacy at about 27.36% and female literacy near 9.92%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerpai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 106 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 104 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 77 | 109 |
Connectivity of Kerpai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerpai. As per the 2011 stats, Kerpai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerpai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerpai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerpai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerpai
- Where is Kerpai located?
- Kerpai village is situated in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerpai?
- Kerpai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerpai?
- The pincode of Kerpai is 766037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerpai is 227, with 106 males and 121 females.
- How many households are there in Kerpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerpai village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerpai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerpai is 18.06%. The male literacy rate is 27.36%, while the female literacy rate is 9.92%.