Kerapalli - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kerapalli is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Paparmetla and around 160 km from Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerapalli is 430728. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kerapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kerapalli village had a total population of 36 people, including 16 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.86%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kerapalli
Kerapalli 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 Kerapalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kerapalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Kerapalli is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kerapalli is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerapalli 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 Kerapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerapalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kerapalli
Where is Kerapalli located?
Kerapalli village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerapalli is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Kerapalli?
The pincode of Kerapalli is 764051.
What is the population of Kerapalli?
Kerapalli had a total population of 36, including 16 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Kerapalli?
Kerapalli had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerapalli was 17.86%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 0.00%.