Kerian - Bhalla, Doda
Kerian is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Baderwah and around 25 km from Doda. Neota Karyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerian is 004449. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.1 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kerian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerian
According to the 2011 Census, Kerian village had a total population of 311 people, including 151 males and 160 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.89%, with male literacy at 85.83% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 311 | 151 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 109 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 42 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kerian
Kerian 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 Kerian
Public transport in the Kerian is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Kerian is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Kerian is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerian
Where is Kerian located?
Kerian village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerian?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerian is Neota Karyan.
What is the pincode of Kerian?
The pincode of Kerian is 182221.
What is the population of Kerian?
Kerian had a total population of 311, including 151 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Kerian?
Kerian had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerian was 68.89%. Male literacy was 85.83% and female literacy was 53.85%.