Kellar - Keller, Shopian
Kellar is a village situated in the Keller tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Shopian and around 12 km from Shopian. Keller serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kellar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kellar is 003378. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.4 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kellar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kellar
As per Census 2011, Kellar village has a total population of 2,363 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,162 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,013 literate and 1,350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kellar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,363 | 1,201 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 183 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 609 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,350 | 592 | 758 |
Nearby Villages of Kellar
Kellar 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 Kellar
Kellar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shopiyan to Kellar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Kellar is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kellar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kellar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kellar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kellar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kellar
Where is Kellar located?
Kellar village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kellar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kellar is Keller.
What is the pincode of Kellar?
The pincode of Kellar is 192303.
What is the population of Kellar?
Kellar has a total population of 2,363, including 1,201 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Kellar?
There are 457 households in Kellar.
What is the literacy rate in Kellar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kellar is 42.87%. Male literacy is 50.71% and female literacy is 34.77%.