Kelhar

Kelhar is a village located in Patan subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 19km away from district headquarter Patan. Patan is the sub-district headquarter of Kelhar village. As per 2009 stats, Kelhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Kelhar has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kelhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelhar is 365911. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Patan is nearest town to Kelhar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kelhar

Below is a concise population overview of Kelhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,273 1,734 1,539
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 506 250 256
Scheduled Castes (SC) 657 349 308
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 6 N/A
Literate Population 1,729 1,069 660
Illiterate Population 1,544 665 879

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelhar village:

  • The total population of Kelhar village is around 3,273, including approximately 1,734 males and 1,539 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 506 children aged 0–6 years in Kelhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kelhar village has 657 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kelhar village is about 52.83%, with male literacy at 61.65% and female literacy at 42.88%.
  • There are around 636 households in Kelhar village.

Connectivity of Kelhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelhar. As per the 2011 stats, Kelhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kelhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Kelhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelhar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kelhar

Where is Kelhar located?
Kelhar village is situated in Patan Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelhar?
Kelhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kelhar?
The pincode of Kelhar is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kelhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelhar is 3,273, with 1,734 males and 1,539 females.
How many households are there in Kelhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kelhar village has a total of 636 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelhar is 52.83%. The male literacy rate is 61.65%, while the female literacy rate is 42.88%.