Kelgaon
Kelgaon is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Kelgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Kelgaon has its own place in the vibrant Latur 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 Kelgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelgaon is 560754. The village spans a total geographical area of 1606.4 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Kelgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kelgaon 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kelgaon
Population of Kelgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Kelgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,464 | 2,309 | 2,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 300 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 925 | 480 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,807 | 1,593 | 1,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 716 | 941 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelgaon village:
- The total population of Kelgaon village is around 4,464, including approximately 2,309 males and 2,155 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 599 children aged 0–6 years in Kelgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kelgaon village has 925 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kelgaon village is about 62.88%, with male literacy at 68.99% and female literacy at 56.33%.
- There are around 827 households in Kelgaon village.
Connectivity of Kelgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kelgaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelgaon
- Where is Kelgaon located?
- Kelgaon village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelgaon?
- Kelgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelgaon is 4,464, with 2,309 males and 2,155 females.
- How many households are there in Kelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelgaon village has a total of 827 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelgaon is 62.88%. The male literacy rate is 68.99%, while the female literacy rate is 56.33%.