Kelwad
Kelwad is a village located in Savner tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Savner (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Kelwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelwad unique in its vibrant Savner-Nagpur region. You’ll see Kelwad’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 Kelwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelwad is 535212. The village spans a total geographical area of 674.45 hectares. Savner is nearest town to Kelwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kelwad 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 Savner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kelwad
Population of Kelwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kelwad has a total population of about 7,277, with approximately 3,723 males and 3,554 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 647 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 731 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 269. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.23%, with male literacy at about 81.87% and female literacy near 72.37%. There are around 1,685 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,277 | 3,723 | 3,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 647 | 339 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 375 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 5,620 | 3,048 | 2,572 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 675 | 982 |
Connectivity of Kelwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelwad. As per the 2011 stats, Kelwad 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kelwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelwad
- Where is Kelwad located?
- Kelwad village is situated in Savner Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelwad?
- Kelwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kelwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelwad is 7,277, with 3,723 males and 3,554 females.
- How many households are there in Kelwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelwad village has a total of 1,685 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelwad is 77.23%. The male literacy rate is 81.87%, while the female literacy rate is 72.37%.