Keral
Keral is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Keral village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keral unique in its vibrant Patan-Satara region. You’ll see Keral’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 Keral
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keral is 564240. The village spans a total geographical area of 739 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Keral village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Keral
Population of Keral
According to the 2011 Census, Keral has a total population of about 1,287, with approximately 656 males and 631 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 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 67.06%, with male literacy at about 78.51% and female literacy near 55.15%. There are around 282 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 656 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 515 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 141 | 283 |
Connectivity of Keral
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keral. As per the 2011 stats, Keral 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 Keral
Knowing the nearby villages of Keral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keral.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keral
- Where is Keral located?
- Keral village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keral?
- Keral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Keral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keral is 1,287, with 656 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Keral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keral village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keral is 67.06%. The male literacy rate is 78.51%, while the female literacy rate is 55.15%.