Kerala - Jafrabad, Amreli
Kerala is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kerala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerala is 515918. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.78 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerala
As per Census 2011, Kerala village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 443 males and 421 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 375 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 443 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 75 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 318 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 125 | 250 |
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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Kerala is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kerala is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerala
Where is Kerala located?
Kerala village is located in Jafrabad 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 365730.
What is the population of Kerala?
Kerala has a total population of 864, including 443 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Kerala?
There are 150 households in Kerala.
What is the literacy rate in Kerala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerala is 56.60%. Male literacy is 71.78% and female literacy is 40.62%.