Kerian - Fazilka
Kerian is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from Fazilka and around 95 km from Firozpur. Karian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerian is 035126. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043 hectares and falls under the 152123 pincode. Fazilka is the nearest town.
Kerian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerian
As per Census 2011, Kerian village has a total population of 1,539 people, consisting of 827 males and 712 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | 827 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 122 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 571 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 256 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Kerian
Kerian is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kerian
Kerian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kerian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Kerian is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kerian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerian
Where is Kerian located?
Kerian village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerian?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerian is Karian.
What is the pincode of Kerian?
The pincode of Kerian is 152123.
What is the population of Kerian?
Kerian has a total population of 1,539, including 827 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Kerian?
There are 304 households in Kerian.
What is the literacy rate in Kerian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerian is 61.34%. Male literacy is 69.04% and female literacy is 52.39%.