Kerkenda
About Kerkenda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerkenda village is 428220. Kerkenda village is located in Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Boriguma (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Dengapadar is the gram panchayat of Kerkenda village.
The total geographical area of village is 536 hectares. Kerkenda has a total population of 1,500 peoples, out of which male population is 755 while female population is 745. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 986 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerkenda village is 33.80% out of which 44.77% males and 22.68% females are literate. There are about 376 houses in kerkenda village. Pincode of kerkenda village locality is 764063.
When it comes to administration, Kerkenda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kerkenda village comes under Kotpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sunabeda is nearest town to kerkenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
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Population of Kerkenda
The population details of Kerkenda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,500 | 755 | 745 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 798 | 394 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 338 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 417 | 576 |
Connectivity of Kerkenda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerkenda
Where is Kerkenda located?
Kerkenda village is situated in Boriguma Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerkenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerkenda is Dengapadar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerkenda?
The pincode of Kerkenda is 764063, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerkenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerkenda is 1,500, with 755 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Kerkenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerkenda village has a total of 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerkenda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerkenda is 33.80%. The male literacy rate is 44.77%, while the female literacy rate is 22.68%.