Kelwa
Kelwa is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kelwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelwa unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Kelwa’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 Kelwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelwa is 552267. The village spans a total geographical area of 3773 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Kelwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kelwa
Population of Kelwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kelwa has a total population of about 6,421, with approximately 3,232 males and 3,189 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 631 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,765. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.18%, with male literacy at about 77.82% and female literacy near 68.49%. There are around 1,506 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,421 | 3,232 | 3,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 314 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,765 | 883 | 882 |
| Literate Population | 4,699 | 2,515 | 2,184 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,722 | 717 | 1,005 |
Connectivity of Kelwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kelwa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelwa
- Where is Kelwa located?
- Kelwa village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelwa?
- Kelwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kelwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelwa is 6,421, with 3,232 males and 3,189 females.
- How many households are there in Kelwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelwa village has a total of 1,506 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelwa is 73.18%. The male literacy rate is 77.82%, while the female literacy rate is 68.49%.