Kermala
Kermala is a village located in Varla tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Varla (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Kermala village is also a gram panchayat.
Kermala has its own place in the vibrant Barwani 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 Kermala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kermala is 478667. The village spans a total geographical area of 1109.52 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Kermala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kermala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kermala
Population of Kermala
Below is a concise population overview of Kermala 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 | 4,288 | 2,142 | 2,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 879 | 427 | 452 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,201 | 2,098 | 2,103 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 635 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,192 | 1,507 | 1,685 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kermala village:
- The total population of Kermala village is around 4,288, including approximately 2,142 males and 2,146 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 879 children aged 0–6 years in Kermala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kermala village has 55 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4,201 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kermala village is about 25.56%, with male literacy at 29.65% and female literacy at 21.48%.
- There are around 652 households in Kermala village.
Connectivity of Kermala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kermala. As per the 2011 stats, Kermala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kermala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kermala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kermala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kermala
- Where is Kermala located?
- Kermala village is situated in Varla Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kermala?
- Kermala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kermala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kermala is 4,288, with 2,142 males and 2,146 females.
- How many households are there in Kermala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kermala village has a total of 652 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kermala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kermala is 25.56%. The male literacy rate is 29.65%, while the female literacy rate is 21.48%.