Kerala - Upleta, Rajkot
Kerala is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Kerala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerala is 513346. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.56 hectares and falls under the 360490 pincode. Upleta is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kerala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kerala
According to the 2011 Census, Kerala village had a total population of 361 people, including 179 males and 182 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 79.87% and female literacy at 74.21%.
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 | 361 | 179 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 123 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 56 | 64 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kerala. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kerala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Upleta to Kerala is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kerala is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerala
Where is Kerala located?
Kerala village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot 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 360490.
What is the population of Kerala?
Kerala had a total population of 361, including 179 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Kerala?
Kerala had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerala was 77.00%. Male literacy was 79.87% and female literacy was 74.21%.