Kera - Tharali, Chamoli
Kera is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Main serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kera is 041675. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.29 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kera
According to the 2011 Census, Kera village had a total population of 167 people, including 85 males and 82 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.27%, with male literacy at 86.30% and female literacy at 74.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 22 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kera
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 Kera
Kera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Kera is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kera is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Kera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kera
Where is Kera located?
Kera village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kera is Main.
What is the pincode of Kera?
The pincode of Kera is 246481.
What is the population of Kera?
Kera had a total population of 167, including 85 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kera?
Kera had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kera was 80.27%. Male literacy was 86.30% and female literacy was 74.32%.