Kerhala
Kerhala is a village located in Sillod tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sillod (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Kerhala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerhala unique in its vibrant Sillod-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Kerhala’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 Kerhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerhala is 548637. The village spans a total geographical area of 2961.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431135. Sillod is nearest town to Kerhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kerhala
Population of Kerhala
According to the 2011 Census, Kerhala has a total population of about 5,744, with approximately 2,968 males and 2,776 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 941 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 453 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.44%, with male literacy at about 67.25% and female literacy near 49.03%. There are around 1,053 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerhala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,744 | 2,968 | 2,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 941 | 482 | 459 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 225 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,357 | 1,996 | 1,361 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,387 | 972 | 1,415 |
Connectivity of Kerhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerhala. As per the 2011 stats, Kerhala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerhala
- Where is Kerhala located?
- Kerhala village is situated in Sillod Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerhala?
- Kerhala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerhala?
- The pincode of Kerhala is 431135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerhala is 5,744, with 2,968 males and 2,776 females.
- How many households are there in Kerhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerhala village has a total of 1,053 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerhala is 58.44%. The male literacy rate is 67.25%, while the female literacy rate is 49.03%.