Keldha - Kaprada, Valsad
Keldha is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Panchvera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keldha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keldha is 523533. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.47 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Keldha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keldha
According to the 2011 Census, Keldha village had a total population of 540 people, including 279 males and 261 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.26%, with male literacy at 58.05% and female literacy at 40.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 539.
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 | 540 | 279 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 278 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 119 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 160 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Keldha
Keldha 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 Keldha
Keldha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharampur to Keldha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Keldha is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keldha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keldha 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 Keldha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keldha 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 Keldha
Where is Keldha located?
Keldha village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keldha?
The Gram Panchayat of Keldha is Panchvera.
What is the pincode of Keldha?
The pincode of Keldha is 396067.
What is the population of Keldha?
Keldha had a total population of 540, including 279 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Keldha?
Keldha had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keldha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keldha was 49.26%. Male literacy was 58.05% and female literacy was 40.20%.