Kerandi
Kerandi is a village located in Ambadala tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Ambadala (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Jagadalpur is the gram panchayat of Kerandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kerandi unique in its vibrant Ambadala-Rayagada region. You’ll see Kerandi’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 Kerandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerandi is 424722. The village spans a total geographical area of 83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765020. Rayagada is nearest town to Kerandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 87km away.
Google Map of Kerandi
Population of Kerandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kerandi has a total population of about 94, with approximately 48 males and 46 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 5.32%, with male literacy at about 8.33% and female literacy near 2.17%. There are around 21 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 44 | 45 |
Connectivity of Kerandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kerandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerandi
- Where is Kerandi located?
- Kerandi village is situated in Ambadala Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerandi is Jagadalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerandi?
- The pincode of Kerandi is 765020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerandi is 94, with 48 males and 46 females.
- How many households are there in Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerandi village has a total of 21 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerandi is 5.32%. The male literacy rate is 8.33%, while the female literacy rate is 2.17%.