Kelwa
Kelwa is a village located in Panki subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. Palamu and Panki are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kelwa village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kelahwa is the gram panchayat of Kelwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelwa unique in its vibrant Panki-Palamu region. You’ll see Kelwa’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 Kelwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelwa is 366423. The village spans a total geographical area of 128 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822122. Panki is nearest town to Kelwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kelwa
Population of Kelwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kelwa has a total population of about 1,513, with approximately 779 males and 734 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 298 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.00%, with male literacy at about 63.54% and female literacy near 43.87%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,513 | 779 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 142 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 817 | 495 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 284 | 412 |
Connectivity of Kelwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kelwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelwa
- Where is Kelwa located?
- Kelwa village is situated in Panki Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelwa is Kelahwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelwa?
- The pincode of Kelwa is 822122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelwa is 1,513, with 779 males and 734 females.
- How many households are there in Kelwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelwa village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelwa is 54.00%. The male literacy rate is 63.54%, while the female literacy rate is 43.87%.