Kelan - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Kelan is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Sadal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelan is 007582. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.83 hectares and falls under the 176302 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Kelan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelan
According to the 2011 Census, Kelan village had a total population of 417 people, including 213 males and 204 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 60.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 153 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 60 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Kelan
Kelan 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 Kelan
Public transport in the Kelan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Kelan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kelan
Where is Kelan located?
Kelan village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelan is Sadal.
What is the pincode of Kelan?
The pincode of Kelan is 176302.
What is the population of Kelan?
Kelan had a total population of 417, including 213 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Kelan?
Kelan had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelan was 74.06%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 60.47%.