Kelus
Kelus is a village located in Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Vengurla (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Kelus village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelus unique in its vibrant Vengurla-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Kelus’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 Kelus
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelus is 566647. The village spans a total geographical area of 564.05 hectares. Vengurla is nearest town to Kelus village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Kelus
Population of Kelus
According to the 2011 Census, Kelus has a total population of about 888, with approximately 436 males and 452 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 122 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.60%, with male literacy at about 86.24% and female literacy near 71.24%. There are around 225 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelus's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 436 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 376 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 60 | 130 |
Connectivity of Kelus
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelus. As per the 2011 stats, Kelus 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 Kelus
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelus helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelus.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelus
- Where is Kelus located?
- Kelus village is situated in Vengurla Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelus?
- Kelus serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kelus as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelus is 888, with 436 males and 452 females.
- How many households are there in Kelus as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelus village has a total of 225 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelus as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelus is 78.60%. The male literacy rate is 86.24%, while the female literacy rate is 71.24%.