Kerla
Kerla is a village located in Phalodi tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Phalodi (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Kerla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerla unique in its vibrant Phalodi-Jodhpur region. You’ll see Kerla’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 Kerla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerla is 084318. The village spans a total geographical area of 1496.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342311. Phalodi is nearest town to Kerla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Kerla
Population of Kerla
According to the 2011 Census, Kerla has a total population of about 1,966, with approximately 998 males and 968 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 435 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.39%, with male literacy at about 52.20% and female literacy near 28.20%. There are around 354 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 998 | 968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 211 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 122 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 521 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,172 | 477 | 695 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerla
- Where is Kerla located?
- Kerla village is situated in Phalodi Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerla?
- Kerla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerla?
- The pincode of Kerla is 342311, 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 1,966, with 998 males and 968 females.
- How many households are there in Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerla village has a total of 354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerla is 40.39%. The male literacy rate is 52.20%, while the female literacy rate is 28.20%.