Kerar
About Kerar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerar village is 331858. Kerar village is located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.9km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 40.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Tumrasole is the gram panchayat of Kerar village.
The total geographical area of village is 101.66 hectares. Kerar has a total population of 374 peoples, out of which male population is 192 while female population is 182. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerar village is 70.86% out of which 86.98% males and 53.85% females are literate. There are about 75 houses in kerar village. Pincode of kerar village locality is 723127.
Purulia is nearest town to kerar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Kerar
The population details of Kerar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 374 | 192 | 182 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 167 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 25 | 84 |
Connectivity of Kerar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerar
Where is Kerar located?
Kerar village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerar is Tumrasole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerar?
The pincode of Kerar is 723127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerar is 374, with 192 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Kerar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerar village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerar is 70.86%. The male literacy rate is 86.98%, while the female literacy rate is 53.85%.