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
According to the 2011 Census, Kerali village had a total population of 2,207 people, including 1,129 males and 1,078 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.85%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 69.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,207, including 1,129 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Kerali?
Kerali had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerali was 76.85%. Male literacy was 84.04% and female literacy was 69.35%.