Kerala - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Kerala is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kerala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerala is 515755. The village covers a total geographical area of 1511.11 hectares and falls under the 364515 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Savarkundla 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 1,283 people, including 611 males and 672 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.89%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 61.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 1,283 | 611 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 445 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 166 | 289 |
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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Kerala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Kerala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerala
Where is Kerala located?
Kerala village is located in Savar Kundla 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 364515.
What is the population of Kerala?
Kerala had a total population of 1,283, including 611 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Kerala?
Kerala had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerala was 70.89%. Male literacy was 81.20% and female literacy was 61.77%.