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.
Kelashi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kelashi 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelashi village:
- The total population of Kelashi village is around 3,145, including approximately 1,472 males and 1,673 females, with a sex ratio of 1136 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 294 children aged 0–6 years in Kelashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kelashi village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kelashi village is about 81.37%, with male literacy at 85.12% and female literacy at 78.06%.
- There are around 782 households in Kelashi village.
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%.