Kerimiti - Lakshmipur, Koraput
Kerimiti is a village situated in the Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakshmipur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerimiti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerimiti is 428534. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 765013 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kerimiti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerimiti
According to the 2011 Census, Kerimiti village had a total population of 184 people, including 95 males and 89 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.49%, with male literacy at 2.90% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 93 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kerimiti
Kerimiti 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 Kerimiti
Public transport in the Kerimiti is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kerimiti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Kerimiti is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kerimiti is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerimiti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerimiti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerimiti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerimiti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerimiti
Where is Kerimiti located?
Kerimiti village is located in Lakshmipur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerimiti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerimiti is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Kerimiti?
The pincode of Kerimiti is 765013.
What is the population of Kerimiti?
Kerimiti had a total population of 184, including 95 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kerimiti?
Kerimiti had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerimiti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerimiti was 1.49%. Male literacy was 2.90% and female literacy was 0.00%.