Kerala - Dhari, Amreli
Kerala is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kerala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerala is 515681. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.64 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kerala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerala
According to the 2011 Census, Kerala village had a total population of 686 people, including 358 males and 328 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.73%, with male literacy at 74.04% and female literacy at 54.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 686 | 358 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 231 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 127 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Kerala
Kerala 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 Kerala
Kerala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalala to Kerala is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kerala is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kerala
Where is Kerala located?
Kerala village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerala?
Kerala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kerala?
The pincode of Kerala is 365630.
What is the population of Kerala?
Kerala had a total population of 686, including 358 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Kerala?
Kerala had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerala was 64.73%. Male literacy was 74.04% and female literacy was 54.67%.