Keri - Khawas, Rajouri
Keri is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Kalakote and around 80 km from Rajouri. Teryath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keri is 001525. The village covers a total geographical area of 1493.3 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Keri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keri
According to the 2011 Census, Keri village had a total population of 2,949 people, including 1,576 males and 1,373 females, living in 641 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.69%, with male literacy at 62.11% and female literacy at 48.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 924.
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 | 2,949 | 1,576 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 259 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 214 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 924 | 497 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 1,381 | 818 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,568 | 758 | 810 |
Transport and Connectivity of Keri
Keri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Keri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Keri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Keri
Where is Keri located?
Keri village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keri?
The Gram Panchayat of Keri is Teryath.
What is the pincode of Keri?
The pincode of Keri is 185201.
What is the population of Keri?
Keri had a total population of 2,949, including 1,576 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Keri?
Keri had 641 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keri was 55.69%. Male literacy was 62.11% and female literacy was 48.41%.