Kelungan
Kelungan is a village located in Akola tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Akola (tehsildar office) and 151km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kelungan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelungan unique in its vibrant Akola-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Kelungan’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 Kelungan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelungan is 557166. The village spans a total geographical area of 813.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422604. Sangamner is nearest town to Kelungan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kelungan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kelungan
Population of Kelungan
According to the 2011 Census, Kelungan has a total population of about 1,440, with approximately 749 males and 691 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 177 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,430. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.69%, with male literacy at about 72.23% and female literacy near 48.19%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelungan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 749 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,430 | 744 | 686 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 541 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 208 | 358 |
Connectivity of Kelungan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelungan. As per the 2011 stats, Kelungan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelungan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelungan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelungan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelungan
- Where is Kelungan located?
- Kelungan village is situated in Akola Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelungan?
- Kelungan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kelungan?
- The pincode of Kelungan is 422604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelungan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelungan is 1,440, with 749 males and 691 females.
- How many households are there in Kelungan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelungan village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelungan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelungan is 60.69%. The male literacy rate is 72.23%, while the female literacy rate is 48.19%.