Kerakatpur
Kerakatpur is a village located in Varanasi tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from Varanasi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kerakatpur village. As per 2009 stats, Kerakatpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Kerakatpur has its own place in the vibrant Varanasi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kerakatpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerakatpur is 209456. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.1 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Kerakatpur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kerakatpur
Below is a concise population overview of Kerakatpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,851 | 1,488 | 1,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 198 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 353 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,885 | 1,063 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 966 | 425 | 541 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerakatpur village:
- The total population of Kerakatpur village is around 2,851, including approximately 1,488 males and 1,363 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 394 children aged 0–6 years in Kerakatpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerakatpur village has 678 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerakatpur village is about 66.12%, with male literacy at 71.44% and female literacy at 60.31%.
- There are around 467 households in Kerakatpur village.
Connectivity of Kerakatpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerakatpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kerakatpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kerakatpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerakatpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerakatpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerakatpur
- Where is Kerakatpur located?
- Kerakatpur village is situated in Varanasi Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerakatpur?
- Kerakatpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kerakatpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerakatpur is 2,851, with 1,488 males and 1,363 females.
- How many households are there in Kerakatpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerakatpur village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerakatpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerakatpur is 66.12%. The male literacy rate is 71.44%, while the female literacy rate is 60.31%.