Farid Kera - Malout, Sri Muktsar Sahib
Farid Kera is a village situated in the Malout tehsil of Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from Malout and around 48 km from Muktsar. Farid Kera Alias Rasulpur Kera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farid Kera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farid Kera is 035238. The village covers a total geographical area of 788 hectares and falls under the 152115 pincode. Malout is the nearest town.
Farid Kera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lambi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farid Kera
According to the 2011 Census, Farid Kera village had a total population of 2,025 people, including 1,095 males and 930 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.62%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 58.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 569.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,025 | 1,095 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 141 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 306 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 726 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 369 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Farid Kera
Farid Kera 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 Farid Kera
Farid Kera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Farid Kera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Muktsar to Farid Kera is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farid Kera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farid Kera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Farid Kera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farid Kera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farid Kera
Where is Farid Kera located?
Farid Kera village is located in Malout Tehsil, Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farid Kera?
The Gram Panchayat of Farid Kera is Farid Kera Alias Rasulpur Kera.
What is the pincode of Farid Kera?
The pincode of Farid Kera is 152115.
What is the population of Farid Kera?
Farid Kera had a total population of 2,025, including 1,095 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Farid Kera?
Farid Kera had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farid Kera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farid Kera was 67.62%. Male literacy was 76.10% and female literacy was 58.27%.