Kelwat

Kelwat is a village located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 174km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Palghar is the gram panchayat of Kelwat village.

Kelwat 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 Kelwat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelwat is 564769. The village spans a total geographical area of 303.83 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Kelwat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kelwat 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.

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Population of Kelwat

Below is a concise population overview of Kelwat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 158 70 88
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 5 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 120 62 58
Illiterate Population 38 8 30

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelwat village:

  • The total population of Kelwat village is around 158, including approximately 70 males and 88 females, with a sex ratio of 1257 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Kelwat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kelwat village is about 75.95%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 65.91%.
  • There are around 50 households in Kelwat village.

Connectivity of Kelwat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelwat. As per the 2011 stats, Kelwat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kelwat

Knowing the nearby villages of Kelwat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelwat.

Shedawai Gharadi Dahagaon Dudhere Bamanghar Bhingaloli Pat Dhutroli Palghar Kumbale Pimpaloli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kelwat

Where is Kelwat located?
Kelwat village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelwat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelwat is Palghar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kelwat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelwat is 158, with 70 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kelwat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kelwat village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelwat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelwat is 75.95%. The male literacy rate is 88.57%, while the female literacy rate is 65.91%.