Kerala
Kerala is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Kerala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerala unique in its vibrant Wankaner-Rajkot region. You’ll see Kerala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kerala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerala is 512813. The village spans a total geographical area of 670.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Kerala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerala 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 Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kerala
Population of Kerala
According to the 2011 Census, Kerala has a total population of about 2,045, with approximately 995 males and 1,050 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.53%, with male literacy at about 69.75% and female literacy near 47.90%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,045 | 995 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 694 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 301 | 547 |
Connectivity of Kerala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerala. As per the 2011 stats, Kerala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerala
- Where is Kerala located?
- Kerala village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerala?
- Kerala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerala?
- The pincode of Kerala is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerala is 2,045, with 995 males and 1,050 females.
- How many households are there in Kerala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerala village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerala is 58.53%. The male literacy rate is 69.75%, while the female literacy rate is 47.90%.