Kelaras
Kelaras is a village located in Shadhora tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shadhora (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Padam Ghata is the gram panchayat of Kelaras village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelaras unique in its vibrant Shadhora-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Kelaras’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 Kelaras
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelaras is 500565. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Kelaras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Kelaras
Population of Kelaras
According to the 2011 Census, Kelaras has a total population of about 262, with approximately 140 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 262 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 40.46%, with male literacy at about 48.57% and female literacy near 31.15%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelaras's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 106 | 68 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 72 | 84 |
Connectivity of Kelaras
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelaras. As per the 2011 stats, Kelaras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelaras
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelaras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelaras.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelaras
- Where is Kelaras located?
- Kelaras village is situated in Shadhora Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelaras?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelaras is Padam Ghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kelaras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelaras is 262, with 140 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Kelaras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelaras village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelaras as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelaras is 40.46%. The male literacy rate is 48.57%, while the female literacy rate is 31.15%.