Kegaja

Kegaja is a village located in Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakshmipur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Laxmipur is the gram panchayat of Kegaja village.

Kegaja has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kegaja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kegaja is 428535. The village spans a total geographical area of 21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765013. Sunabeda is nearest town to Kegaja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Kegaja

Below is a concise population overview of Kegaja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 302 148 154
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 23 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 302 148 154
Literate Population 48 34 14
Illiterate Population 254 114 140

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kegaja village:

  • The total population of Kegaja village is around 302, including approximately 148 males and 154 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Kegaja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kegaja village has 302 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kegaja village is about 15.89%, with male literacy at 22.97% and female literacy at 9.09%.
  • There are around 81 households in Kegaja village.

Connectivity of Kegaja

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kegaja

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

Kanimusha Kotrakana Buruja Gechela Kerimiti Ghoratikir Ranjitagura Lakshmipur Ambagura Doliamba Marbaiguda

Frequently Asked Questions about Kegaja

Where is Kegaja located?
Kegaja village is situated in Lakshmipur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kegaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Kegaja is Laxmipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kegaja?
The pincode of Kegaja is 765013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kegaja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kegaja is 302, with 148 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Kegaja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kegaja village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kegaja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kegaja is 15.89%. The male literacy rate is 22.97%, while the female literacy rate is 9.09%.