Keragan
About Keragan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Keragan village is 427853. Keragan village is located in Kosagumuda tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kosagumuda (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Metigm Karagam is the gram panchayat of Keragan village.
The total geographical area of village is 1137 hectares. Keragan has a total population of 2,579 peoples, out of which male population is 1,319 while female population is 1,260. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 955 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of keragan village is 32.42% out of which 39.88% males and 24.60% females are literate. There are about 585 houses in keragan village. Pincode of keragan village locality is 764061.
When it comes to administration, Keragan 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, Keragan village comes under Dabugam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nabarangapur is nearest town to keragan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
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Population of Keragan
The population details of Keragan 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 | 2,579 | 1,319 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 404 | 227 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 395 | 201 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,794 | 930 | 864 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 526 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,743 | 793 | 950 |
Connectivity of Keragan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Keragan
Where is Keragan located?
Keragan village is situated in Kosagumuda Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Keragan is Metigm Karagam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Keragan?
The pincode of Keragan is 764061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Keragan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keragan is 2,579, with 1,319 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Keragan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keragan village has a total of 585 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keragan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keragan is 32.42%. The male literacy rate is 39.88%, while the female literacy rate is 24.60%.