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.
Here you can discover what makes Kelkuva unique in its vibrant Devgadbaria-Dohad region. You’ll see Kelkuva’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kelkuva has a total population of about 2,746, with approximately 1,388 males and 1,358 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 510 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,491. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.55%, with male literacy at about 48.78% and female literacy near 30.12%. There are around 394 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelkuva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.