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
According to the 2011 Census, Keruapal village had a total population of 1,026 people, including 538 males and 488 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.86%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 60.98%.
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 | 1,026 | 538 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 65 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,026, including 538 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Keruapal?
Keruapal had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keruapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keruapal was 74.86%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 60.98%.