Kelabari - Kadwa, Katihar
Kelabari is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Jaja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelabari is 224518. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 855105 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kelabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kelabari
As per Census 2011, Kelabari village has a total population of 924 people, consisting of 489 males and 435 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 924 | 489 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 244 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 245 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Kelabari
Kelabari 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 Kelabari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kelabari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Kelabari is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelabari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelabari 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 Kelabari
Where is Kelabari located?
Kelabari village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelabari is Jaja.
What is the pincode of Kelabari?
The pincode of Kelabari is 855105.
What is the population of Kelabari?
Kelabari has a total population of 924, including 489 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Kelabari?
There are 198 households in Kelabari.
What is the literacy rate in Kelabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelabari is 40.58%. Male literacy is 49.90% and female literacy is 30.11%.