Kelashi - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Kelashi is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kelashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelashi is 564795. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.16 hectares and falls under the 415717 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kelashi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelashi
As per Census 2011, Kelashi village has a total population of 3,145 people, consisting of 1,472 males and 1,673 females. The village has 782 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,559 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelashi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kelashi
Kelashi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Utambar | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Atgaon | East | 1.75 km |
| Sakhari | North | 2.67 km |
| Ambavali Bk. | East | 3.17 km |
| Umbarshet | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Padale | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Ranavali | North | 3.95 km |
| Ambavali | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Rowale | East | 4.32 km |
| Malvi | South-East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kelashi
Kelashi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Kelashi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Kelashi is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelashi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kelashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelashi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kelashi
Where is Kelashi located?
Kelashi village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelashi?
Kelashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kelashi?
The pincode of Kelashi is 415717.
What is the population of Kelashi?
Kelashi has a total population of 3,145, including 1,472 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Kelashi?
There are 782 households in Kelashi.
What is the literacy rate in Kelashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelashi is 81.37%. Male literacy is 85.12% and female literacy is 78.06%.