Keraatal - Boipariguda, Koraput
Keraatal is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ramagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keraatal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keraatal is 429295. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Keraatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keraatal
According to the 2011 Census, Keraatal village had a total population of 293 people, including 148 males and 145 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.43%, with male literacy at 5.36% and female literacy at 1.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 293 | 148 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 142 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Keraatal
Keraatal 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 Keraatal
Keraatal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Koraput to Keraatal is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Keraatal is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keraatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keraatal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Keraatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keraatal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Keraatal
Where is Keraatal located?
Keraatal village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keraatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Keraatal is Ramagiri.
What is the pincode of Keraatal?
The pincode of Keraatal is 764043.
What is the population of Keraatal?
Keraatal had a total population of 293, including 148 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Keraatal?
Keraatal had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keraatal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keraatal was 3.43%. Male literacy was 5.36% and female literacy was 1.65%.