Keruapal - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Keruapal is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Keruapal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keruapal is 395786. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Keruapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keruapal
As per Census 2011, Keruapal village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 538 males and 488 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 661 literate and 365 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keruapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 538 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 65 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 411 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 127 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Keruapal
Keruapal 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 Keruapal
Public transport in the Keruapal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pattamundai to Keruapal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Keruapal is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keruapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keruapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Keruapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keruapal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keruapal
Where is Keruapal located?
Keruapal village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keruapal?
Keruapal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keruapal?
The pincode of Keruapal is 754248.
What is the population of Keruapal?
Keruapal has a total population of 1,026, including 538 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Keruapal?
There are 214 households in Keruapal.
What is the literacy rate in Keruapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keruapal is 64.42%. Male literacy is 76.39% and female literacy is 51.23%.