Kelpani - Sendhwa, Barwani
Kelpani is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Kelpani (f) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelpani is 478649. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.65 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kelpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelpani
As per Census 2011, Kelpani village has a total population of 2,197 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,081 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 1,576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,966 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,197 | 1,116 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 272 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,966 | 994 | 972 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 366 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 750 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Kelpani
Kelpani 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 Kelpani
Kelpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Kelpani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Kelpani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kelpani
Where is Kelpani located?
Kelpani village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelpani is Kelpani (f).
What is the pincode of Kelpani?
The pincode of Kelpani is 451666.
What is the population of Kelpani?
Kelpani has a total population of 2,197, including 1,116 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Kelpani?
There are 261 households in Kelpani.
What is the literacy rate in Kelpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelpani is 28.27%. Male literacy is 32.80% and female literacy is 23.59%.