Kerla

Kerla is a village located in Luni tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Luni (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Doli is the gram panchayat of Kerla village.

Kerla has its own place in the vibrant Jodhpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kerla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerla is 085533. The village spans a total geographical area of 935.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342012. Jodhpur is nearest town to Kerla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Kerla

Below is a concise population overview of Kerla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 795 398 397
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 75 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 89 49 40
Literate Population 428 253 175
Illiterate Population 367 145 222

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerla village:

  • The total population of Kerla village is around 795, including approximately 398 males and 397 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Kerla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerla village has 89 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kerla village is about 53.84%, with male literacy at 63.57% and female literacy at 44.08%.
  • There are around 118 households in Kerla village.

Connectivity of Kerla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerla. As per the 2011 stats, Kerla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kerla

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

Gangana Bujhawar Doli Basni Silawatan Boranara Tanawara Bhakrasani Basni Baghela

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerla

Where is Kerla located?
Kerla village is situated in Luni Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerla is Doli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kerla?
The pincode of Kerla is 342012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerla is 795, with 398 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerla village has a total of 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerla is 53.84%. The male literacy rate is 63.57%, while the female literacy rate is 44.08%.