Kelwa
About Kelwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kelwa village is 552267. Kelwa village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 3773 hectares. Kelwa has a total population of 6,421 peoples, out of which male population is 3,232 while female population is 3,189. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 986 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kelwa village is 73.18% out of which 77.82% males and 68.49% females are literate. There are about 1,506 houses in kelwa village.
Palghar is nearest town to kelwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Kelwa
The population details of Kelwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,421 | 3,232 | 3,189 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 631 | 314 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,765 | 883 | 882 |
| Literate Population | 4,699 | 2,515 | 2,184 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,722 | 717 | 1,005 |
Connectivity of Kelwa
| 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 |
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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%.