Kelhe

Kelhe is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kelhe village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kelhe unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Kelhe’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 Kelhe

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelhe is 552574. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.33 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Kelhe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kelhe 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi 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 Kelhe

According to the 2011 Census, Kelhe has a total population of about 660, with approximately 335 males and 325 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 583. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.48%, with male literacy at about 66.87% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 150 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelhe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 660 335 325
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 63 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 583 293 290
Literate Population 419 224 195
Illiterate Population 241 111 130

Connectivity of Kelhe

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelhe. As per the 2011 stats, Kelhe 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 Kelhe

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kelhe

Where is Kelhe located?
Kelhe village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelhe?
Kelhe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kelhe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelhe is 660, with 335 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Kelhe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kelhe village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelhe as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelhe is 63.48%. The male literacy rate is 66.87%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.