Kelashi
Kelashi is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 200km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kelashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelashi unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kelashi’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 Kelashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelashi is 564795. The village spans a total geographical area of 265.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415717. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Kelashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kelashi 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kelashi
Population of Kelashi
According to the 2011 Census, Kelashi has a total population of about 3,145, with approximately 1,472 males and 1,673 females. The sex ratio is around 1136 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.37%, with male literacy at about 85.12% and female literacy near 78.06%. There are around 782 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,145 | 1,472 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,559 | 1,253 | 1,306 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 219 | 367 |
Connectivity of Kelashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelashi. As per the 2011 stats, Kelashi 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 Kelashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelashi
- Where is Kelashi located?
- Kelashi village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelashi?
- Kelashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kelashi?
- The pincode of Kelashi is 415717, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelashi is 3,145, with 1,472 males and 1,673 females.
- How many households are there in Kelashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelashi village has a total of 782 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelashi is 81.37%. The male literacy rate is 85.12%, while the female literacy rate is 78.06%.