Kerle
Kerle is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kerle village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerle unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kerle’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 Kerle
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerle is 567024. The village spans a total geographical area of 735 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Kerle village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kerle
Population of Kerle
According to the 2011 Census, Kerle has a total population of about 1,031, with approximately 537 males and 494 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.03%, with male literacy at about 62.76% and female literacy near 44.53%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerle's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,031 | 537 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 557 | 337 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 200 | 274 |
Connectivity of Kerle
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerle. As per the 2011 stats, Kerle 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerle
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerle helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerle.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerle
- Where is Kerle located?
- Kerle village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerle?
- Kerle serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kerle as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerle is 1,031, with 537 males and 494 females.
- How many households are there in Kerle as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerle village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerle as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerle is 54.03%. The male literacy rate is 62.76%, while the female literacy rate is 44.53%.