Kerla

Kerla is a village located in Kosagumuda tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kosagumuda (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Bamuni is the gram panchayat of Kerla village.

Here you can discover what makes Kerla unique in its vibrant Kosagumuda-Nabarangapur region. You’ll see Kerla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Kerla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerla is 427916. The village spans a total geographical area of 477 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Nabarangapur is nearest town to Kerla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

As per 2019 stats, Kerla village comes under Nabarangpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.

Google Map of Kerla

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Population of Kerla

According to the 2011 Census, Kerla has a total population of about 1,132, with approximately 558 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 364. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.97%, with male literacy at about 61.11% and female literacy near 41.11%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,132 558 574
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 153 82 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 102 52 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 364 172 192
Literate Population 577 341 236
Illiterate Population 555 217 338

Connectivity of Kerla

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kerla

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerla

Where is Kerla located?
Kerla village is situated in Kosagumuda Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerla is Bamuni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerla?
The pincode of Kerla is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerla is 1,132, with 558 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerla village has a total of 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerla is 50.97%. The male literacy rate is 61.11%, while the female literacy rate is 41.11%.