Kerali - Jetpur, Rajkot
Kerali is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Kerali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerali is 513411. The village covers a total geographical area of 1155.56 hectares and falls under the 360370 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kerali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerali
As per Census 2011, Kerali village has a total population of 2,207 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 1,078 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,520 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerali are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,520 | 848 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 281 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Kerali
Kerali 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 Kerali
Kerali 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 Jetpur to Kerali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kerali 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 Kerali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kerali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerali
Where is Kerali located?
Kerali village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerali?
Kerali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kerali?
The pincode of Kerali is 360370.
What is the population of Kerali?
Kerali has a total population of 2,207, including 1,129 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Kerali?
There are 458 households in Kerali.
What is the literacy rate in Kerali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerali is 68.87%. Male literacy is 75.11% and female literacy is 62.34%.