Ketara
Ketara is a village located in Garbeta I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Garbeta . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Ketara village. As per 2009 stats, Amkopa is the gram panchayat of Ketara village.
Ketara has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Ketara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ketara is 336819. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721253. Chandrakona is nearest town to Ketara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Ketara
Population of Ketara
Below is a concise population overview of Ketara 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 | 378 | 186 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 137 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 49 | 102 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ketara village:
- The total population of Ketara village is around 378, including approximately 186 males and 192 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Ketara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ketara village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 296 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ketara village is about 60.05%, with male literacy at 73.66% and female literacy at 46.88%.
- There are around 82 households in Ketara village.
Connectivity of Ketara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ketara. As per the 2011 stats, Ketara 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 Ketara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ketara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ketara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ketara
- Where is Ketara located?
- Ketara village is situated in Garbeta I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ketara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ketara is Amkopa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ketara?
- The pincode of Ketara is 721253, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ketara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ketara is 378, with 186 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Ketara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ketara village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ketara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ketara is 60.05%. The male literacy rate is 73.66%, while the female literacy rate is 46.88%.