Keraput

Keraput is a village located in Bhairabsingipur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 83km away from sub-district headquarter Bhairabsingipur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Benasur is the gram panchayat of Keraput village.

Here you can discover what makes Keraput unique in its vibrant Bhairabsingipur-Koraput region. You’ll see Keraput’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Keraput

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keraput is 428339. The village spans a total geographical area of 410 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764056. Kotpad is nearest town to Keraput village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Keraput village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koraput Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Keraput

Population of Keraput

According to the 2011 Census, Keraput has a total population of about 762, with approximately 370 males and 392 females. The sex ratio is around 1059 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 279 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 276. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.51%, with male literacy at about 42.70% and female literacy near 26.79%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keraput's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Keraput

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keraput. As per the 2011 stats, Keraput had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Keraput

Knowing the nearby villages of Keraput helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keraput.

Frequently Asked Questions about Keraput