Ketera
Ketera is a village located in Tarakeswar subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Tarakeswar (tehsildar office) and 48.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Kesabchak is the gram panchayat of Ketera village.
Ketera has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Ketera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ketera is 324456. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712410. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Ketera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ketera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ketera
Population of Ketera
Below is a concise population overview of Ketera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,012 | 1,054 | 958 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 90 | 64 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 172 | 154 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
Literate Population | 1,639 | 899 | 740 |
Illiterate Population | 373 | 155 | 218 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ketera village:
- The total population of Ketera village is around 2,012, including approximately 1,054 males and 958 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Ketera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ketera village has 326 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ketera village is about 81.46%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 77.24%.
- There are around 534 households in Ketera village.
Connectivity of Ketera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ketera. As per the 2011 stats, Ketera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ketera
Knowing the nearby villages of Ketera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ketera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ketera
- Where is Ketera located?
- Ketera village is situated in Tarakeswar Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ketera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ketera is Kesabchak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ketera?
- The pincode of Ketera is 712410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ketera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ketera is 2,012, with 1,054 males and 958 females.
- How many households are there in Ketera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ketera village has a total of 534 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ketera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ketera is 81.46%. The male literacy rate is 85.29%, while the female literacy rate is 77.24%.