Kerpai - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kerpai is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kerpai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerpai is 424342. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kerpai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerpai
According to the 2011 Census, Kerpai village had a total population of 227 people, including 106 males and 121 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.30%, with male literacy at 36.25% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 227 | 106 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 104 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 77 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Kerpai
Kerpai 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 Kerpai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kerpai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kerpai is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerpai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerpai 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 Kerpai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerpai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerpai
Where is Kerpai located?
Kerpai village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerpai?
Kerpai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kerpai?
The pincode of Kerpai is 766037.
What is the population of Kerpai?
Kerpai had a total population of 227, including 106 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Kerpai?
Kerpai had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerpai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerpai was 23.30%. Male literacy was 36.25% and female literacy was 12.50%.