Keelam

Keelam is a village located in Kondagaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 61km away from sub-district headquarter Kondagaon (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Becha is the gram panchayat of Keelam village.

Keelam has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Keelam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keelam is 448725. The village spans a total geographical area of 1176.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494226. Kondagaon is nearest town to Keelam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.

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Population of Keelam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 555 291 264
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 18 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 371 193 178
Literate Population 118 65 53
Illiterate Population 437 226 211

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

  • The total population of Keelam village is around 555, including approximately 291 males and 264 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Keelam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Keelam village has 371 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Keelam village is about 21.26%, with male literacy at 22.34% and female literacy at 20.08%.
  • There are around 105 households in Keelam village.

Connectivity of Keelam

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

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

Nearby Villages of Keelam

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

Chema Malnar Chotekoder Madodha Kadenar Becha Markapal Handapal Tumdiwal Kudhur Hasalnar

Frequently Asked Questions about Keelam

Where is Keelam located?
Keelam village is situated in Kondagaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelam?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelam is Becha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Keelam?
The pincode of Keelam is 494226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Keelam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keelam is 555, with 291 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Keelam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Keelam village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keelam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keelam is 21.26%. The male literacy rate is 22.34%, while the female literacy rate is 20.08%.