Kerna
About Kerna
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerna village is 008574. Kerna village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Kerna village. As per 2009 stats, Aghar is the gram panchayat of Kerna village.
The total geographical area of village is 60.5 hectares. Kerna has a total population of 689 peoples, out of which male population is 352 while female population is 337. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerna village is 74.31% out of which 78.69% males and 69.73% females are literate. There are about 145 houses in kerna village. Pincode of kerna village locality is 176051.
When it comes to administration, Kerna village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kerna village comes under Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to kerna village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kerna
The population details of Kerna cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 352 | 337 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 75 | 46 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 512 | 277 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 75 | 102 |
Connectivity of Kerna
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerna
Where is Kerna located?
Kerna village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerna is Aghar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerna?
The pincode of Kerna is 176051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerna is 689, with 352 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Kerna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerna village has a total of 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerna is 74.31%. The male literacy rate is 78.69%, while the female literacy rate is 69.73%.