Kelwat
About Kelwat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kelwat village is 564769. Kelwat village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 303.83 hectares. Kelwat has a total population of 158 peoples, out of which male population is 70 while female population is 88. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1257 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kelwat village is 75.95% out of which 88.57% males and 65.91% females are literate. There are about 50 houses in kelwat village.
When it comes to administration, Kelwat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kelwat village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Mahad is nearest town to kelwat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Kelwat
The population details of Kelwat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 70 | 88 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 8 | 30 |
Connectivity of Kelwat
| 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 |
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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%.