Kerali
Kerali is a village located in Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jetpur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Kerali village is also a gram panchayat.
Kerali has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kerali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerali is 513411. The village spans a total geographical area of 1155.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360370. Jetpur is nearest town to Kerali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kerali
Population of Kerali
Below is a concise population overview of Kerali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,129 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 848 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 281 | 406 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerali village:
- The total population of Kerali village is around 2,207, including approximately 1,129 males and 1,078 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Kerali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerali village has 127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerali village is about 68.87%, with male literacy at 75.11% and female literacy at 62.34%.
- There are around 458 households in Kerali village.
Connectivity of Kerali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerali. As per the 2011 stats, Kerali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerali
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerali
- Where is Kerali located?
- Kerali village is situated in Jetpur Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerali?
- Kerali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerali?
- The pincode of Kerali is 360370, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerali is 2,207, with 1,129 males and 1,078 females.
- How many households are there in Kerali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerali village has a total of 458 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerali is 68.87%. The male literacy rate is 75.11%, while the female literacy rate is 62.34%.