Kelkuva
Kelkuva is a village located in Devgadbaria taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Devgadbaria (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Kelkuva village is also a gram panchayat.
Kelkuva has its own place in the vibrant Dohad 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 Kelkuva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelkuva is 519589. The village spans a total geographical area of 613.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389380. Devgadbaria is nearest town to Kelkuva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kelkuva village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dahod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kelkuva
Population of Kelkuva
Below is a concise population overview of Kelkuva as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,746 | 1,388 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 263 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,491 | 1,257 | 1,234 |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 677 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,660 | 711 | 949 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelkuva village:
- The total population of Kelkuva village is around 2,746, including approximately 1,388 males and 1,358 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 510 children aged 0–6 years in Kelkuva village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kelkuva village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,491 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kelkuva village is about 39.55%, with male literacy at 48.78% and female literacy at 30.12%.
- There are around 394 households in Kelkuva village.
Connectivity of Kelkuva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelkuva. As per the 2011 stats, Kelkuva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelkuva
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelkuva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelkuva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelkuva
- Where is Kelkuva located?
- Kelkuva village is situated in Devgadbaria Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelkuva?
- Kelkuva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kelkuva?
- The pincode of Kelkuva is 389380, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelkuva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelkuva is 2,746, with 1,388 males and 1,358 females.
- How many households are there in Kelkuva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelkuva village has a total of 394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelkuva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelkuva is 39.55%. The male literacy rate is 48.78%, while the female literacy rate is 30.12%.