Kerediguda - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Kerediguda is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerediguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerediguda is 415654. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kerediguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerediguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kerediguda village had a total population of 239 people, including 115 males and 124 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.45%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 68.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 239 | 115 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 18 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Kerediguda
Kerediguda 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 Kerediguda
Public transport in the Kerediguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kerediguda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kerediguda is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerediguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerediguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kerediguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerediguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerediguda
Where is Kerediguda located?
Kerediguda village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerediguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerediguda is Khajuripada.
What is the pincode of Kerediguda?
The pincode of Kerediguda is 762012.
What is the population of Kerediguda?
Kerediguda had a total population of 239, including 115 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Kerediguda?
Kerediguda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerediguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerediguda was 80.45%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 68.38%.