Kelan
About Kelan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kelan village is 007582. Kelan village is located in Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Chuari Khas. Chuari Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Kelan village. As per 2009 stats, Sadal is the gram panchayat of Kelan village.
The total geographical area of village is 130.83 hectares. Kelan has a total population of 417 peoples, out of which male population is 213 while female population is 204. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kelan village is 61.63% out of which 71.83% males and 50.98% females are literate. There are about 78 houses in kelan village. Pincode of kelan village locality is 176302.
When it comes to administration, Kelan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kelan village comes under Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chuari Khas is nearest town to kelan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kelan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 153 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 60 | 100 |
Connectivity of Kelan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kelan
Where is Kelan located?
Kelan village is situated in Bhattiyat Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelan is Sadal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kelan?
The pincode of Kelan is 176302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelan is 417, with 213 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Kelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kelan village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelan is 61.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.83%, while the female literacy rate is 50.98%.