Kelghar
Kelghar is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kelghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelghar unique in its vibrant Jawhar-Thane region. You’ll see Kelghar’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 Kelghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelghar is 551924. The village spans a total geographical area of 670.25 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Kelghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kelghar
Population of Kelghar
According to the 2011 Census, Kelghar has a total population of about 1,304, with approximately 627 males and 677 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 199 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 1,296. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.90%, with male literacy at about 37.96% and female literacy near 24.37%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelghar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 627 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,296 | 621 | 675 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 238 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 389 | 512 |
Connectivity of Kelghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelghar. As per the 2011 stats, Kelghar 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 Kelghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelghar
- Where is Kelghar located?
- Kelghar village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelghar?
- Kelghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kelghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelghar is 1,304, with 627 males and 677 females.
- How many households are there in Kelghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelghar village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelghar is 30.90%. The male literacy rate is 37.96%, while the female literacy rate is 24.37%.