Kergal
Kergal is a village located in Kundapura taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kundapura (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Kergal village is also a gram panchayat.
Kergal has its own place in the vibrant Udupi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kergal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kergal is 608666. The village spans a total geographical area of 432.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576219. Kundapur is nearest town to Kergal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kergal
Population of Kergal
Below is a concise population overview of Kergal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,390 | 1,446 | 1,944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 178 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,382 | 1,110 | 1,272 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 336 | 672 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kergal village:
- The total population of Kergal village is around 3,390, including approximately 1,446 males and 1,944 females, with a sex ratio of 1344 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 354 children aged 0–6 years in Kergal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kergal village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kergal village is about 70.27%, with male literacy at 76.76% and female literacy at 65.43%.
- There are around 602 households in Kergal village.
Connectivity of Kergal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kergal. As per the 2011 stats, Kergal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kergal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kergal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kergal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kergal
- Where is Kergal located?
- Kergal village is situated in Kundapura Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kergal?
- Kergal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kergal?
- The pincode of Kergal is 576219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kergal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kergal is 3,390, with 1,446 males and 1,944 females.
- How many households are there in Kergal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kergal village has a total of 602 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kergal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kergal is 70.27%. The male literacy rate is 76.76%, while the female literacy rate is 65.43%.