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.
Here you can discover what makes Kergal unique in its vibrant Kundapura-Udupi region. You’ll see Kergal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kergal has a total population of about 3,390, with approximately 1,446 males and 1,944 females. The sex ratio is around 1344 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 354 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.27%, with male literacy at about 76.76% and female literacy near 65.43%. There are around 602 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kergal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.