Kerala - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Kerala is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kerala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerala is 516661. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.99 hectares and falls under the 364135 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerala
As per Census 2011, Kerala village has a total population of 3,748 people, consisting of 1,947 males and 1,801 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 577 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,924 literate and 1,824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,748 | 1,947 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 302 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,924 | 1,228 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,824 | 719 | 1,105 |
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 Talaja to Kerala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kerala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar 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 364135.
What is the population of Kerala?
Kerala has a total population of 3,748, including 1,947 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Kerala?
There are 615 households in Kerala.
What is the literacy rate in Kerala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerala is 51.33%. Male literacy is 63.07% and female literacy is 38.65%.