Kerkera
Kerkera is a village located in Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Karanjia (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Kerkera village is also a gram panchayat.
Kerkera has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Kerkera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerkera is 388843. The village spans a total geographical area of 440 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757037. Karanjia is nearest town to Kerkera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kerkera
Population of Kerkera
Below is a concise population overview of Kerkera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,814 | 908 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 120 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,059 | 526 | 533 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 569 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 339 | 468 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerkera village:
- The total population of Kerkera village is around 1,814, including approximately 908 males and 906 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Kerkera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerkera village has 163 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,059 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerkera village is about 55.51%, with male literacy at 62.67% and female literacy at 48.34%.
- There are around 409 households in Kerkera village.
Connectivity of Kerkera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerkera. As per the 2011 stats, Kerkera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kerkera
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerkera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerkera
- Where is Kerkera located?
- Kerkera village is situated in Karanjia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerkera?
- Kerkera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerkera?
- The pincode of Kerkera is 757037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerkera is 1,814, with 908 males and 906 females.
- How many households are there in Kerkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerkera village has a total of 409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerkera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerkera is 55.51%. The male literacy rate is 62.67%, while the female literacy rate is 48.34%.