Kerandiguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kerandiguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerandiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerandiguda is 425207. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kerandiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerandiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kerandiguda village had a total population of 94 people, including 46 males and 48 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.02%, with male literacy at 51.28% and female literacy at 27.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kerandiguda
Kerandiguda 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 Kerandiguda
Kerandiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kerandiguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kerandiguda is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kerandiguda 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 Kerandiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerandiguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerandiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerandiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerandiguda
Where is Kerandiguda located?
Kerandiguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerandiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerandiguda is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Kerandiguda?
The pincode of Kerandiguda is 765019.
What is the population of Kerandiguda?
Kerandiguda had a total population of 94, including 46 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kerandiguda?
Kerandiguda had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerandiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerandiguda was 39.02%. Male literacy was 51.28% and female literacy was 27.91%.