Kerian Wali - Ramgarh, Samba
Kerian Wali is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Samba and around 18 km from Samba. Chak Salaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerian Wali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerian Wali is 006508. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.7 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Kerian Wali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vijay pur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerian Wali
According to the 2011 Census, Kerian Wali village had a total population of 685 people, including 348 males and 337 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.83%, with male literacy at 88.12% and female literacy at 71.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 583.
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 | 685 | 348 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 297 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 267 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 81 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Kerian Wali
Kerian Wali 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 Wali
Kerian Wali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kerian Wali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Kerian Wali is about 18 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 Wali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerian Wali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerian Wali
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 Wali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerian Wali
Where is Kerian Wali located?
Kerian Wali village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerian Wali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerian Wali is Chak Salaria.
What is the pincode of Kerian Wali?
The pincode of Kerian Wali is 181141.
What is the population of Kerian Wali?
Kerian Wali had a total population of 685, including 348 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Kerian Wali?
Kerian Wali had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerian Wali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerian Wali was 79.83%. Male literacy was 88.12% and female literacy was 71.38%.