Kerandiapal - Astaranga, Puri
Kerandiapal is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Kakatpur and around 60 km from Puri. Saripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerandiapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerandiapal is 409154. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Kerandiapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerandiapal
According to the 2011 Census, Kerandiapal village had a total population of 651 people, including 329 males and 322 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.50%, with male literacy at 88.66% and female literacy at 69.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 651 | 329 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 258 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 71 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Kerandiapal
Kerandiapal 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 Kerandiapal
Kerandiapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nimapada to Kerandiapal is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kerandiapal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerandiapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerandiapal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kerandiapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerandiapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kerandiapal
Where is Kerandiapal located?
Kerandiapal village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerandiapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerandiapal is Saripur.
What is the pincode of Kerandiapal?
The pincode of Kerandiapal is 752108.
What is the population of Kerandiapal?
Kerandiapal had a total population of 651, including 329 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Kerandiapal?
Kerandiapal had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerandiapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerandiapal was 79.50%. Male literacy was 88.66% and female literacy was 69.63%.