Kerekebadi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Kerekebadi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Partamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerekebadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerekebadi is 417421. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kerekebadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerekebadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kerekebadi village had a total population of 279 people, including 141 males and 138 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.66%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 30.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 137 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 80 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 61 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Kerekebadi
Kerekebadi 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 Kerekebadi
Public transport in the Kerekebadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Surada to Kerekebadi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kerekebadi is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerekebadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerekebadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerekebadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerekebadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerekebadi
Where is Kerekebadi located?
Kerekebadi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerekebadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerekebadi is Partamaha.
What is the pincode of Kerekebadi?
The pincode of Kerekebadi is 762104.
What is the population of Kerekebadi?
Kerekebadi had a total population of 279, including 141 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kerekebadi?
Kerekebadi had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerekebadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerekebadi was 50.66%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 30.51%.