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.

Kelus has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg 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 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.

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Population of Kelus

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kelus village is around 888, including approximately 436 males and 452 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Kelus village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kelus village has 122 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kelus village is about 78.60%, with male literacy at 86.24% and female literacy at 71.24%.
  • There are around 225 households in Kelus village.

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.

Medha Mhapan Malai Khalchiwadi Khavane Kalavi Talekarwadi Wayangani Khanoli Warchiwadi Palkarwadi

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%.