Kerli

Kerli is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kerli village. As per 2009 stats, Kerli village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kerli unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kerli’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 Kerli

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerli is 567397. The village spans a total geographical area of 599 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416229. Kolhapur is nearest town to Kerli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kerli 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 Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Kerli

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Population of Kerli

According to the 2011 Census, Kerli has a total population of about 4,615, with approximately 2,376 males and 2,239 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 480 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,151 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.72%, with male literacy at about 78.32% and female literacy near 66.77%. There are around 949 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,615 2,376 2,239
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 480 243 237
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,151 589 562
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 3,356 1,861 1,495
Illiterate Population 1,259 515 744

Connectivity of Kerli

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerli. As per the 2011 stats, Kerli 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerli

Knowing the nearby villages of Kerli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerli.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerli

Where is Kerli located?
Kerli village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerli?
Kerli serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kerli?
The pincode of Kerli is 416229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerli is 4,615, with 2,376 males and 2,239 females.
How many households are there in Kerli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerli village has a total of 949 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerli as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerli is 72.72%. The male literacy rate is 78.32%, while the female literacy rate is 66.77%.