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.
Kelhe has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 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.
Google Map of Kelhe
Population of Kelhe
Below is a concise population overview of Kelhe as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelhe village:
- The total population of Kelhe village is around 660, including approximately 335 males and 325 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Kelhe village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kelhe village has 583 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kelhe village is about 63.48%, with male literacy at 66.87% and female literacy at 60.00%.
- There are around 150 households in Kelhe village.
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) |
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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%.