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.

Kerpai has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 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.

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Population of Kerpai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kerpai village is around 227, including approximately 106 males and 121 females, with a sex ratio of 1141 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Kerpai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerpai village has 225 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerpai village is about 18.06%, with male literacy at 27.36% and female literacy at 9.92%.
  • There are around 53 households in Kerpai village.

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.

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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%.