Kelenda
Kelenda is a village located in Melchhamunda tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Melchhamunda (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Salapali is the gram panchayat of Kelenda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelenda unique in its vibrant Melchhamunda-Bargarh region. You’ll see Kelenda’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 Kelenda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelenda is 380177. The village spans a total geographical area of 479 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768037. Padmapur is nearest town to Kelenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Kelenda
Population of Kelenda
According to the 2011 Census, Kelenda has a total population of about 1,480, with approximately 759 males and 721 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 182. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.55%, with male literacy at about 78.52% and female literacy near 64.22%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelenda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 759 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 129 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 596 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 163 | 258 |
Connectivity of Kelenda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelenda. As per the 2011 stats, Kelenda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelenda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelenda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelenda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelenda
- Where is Kelenda located?
- Kelenda village is situated in Melchhamunda Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelenda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelenda is Salapali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelenda?
- The pincode of Kelenda is 768037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelenda is 1,480, with 759 males and 721 females.
- How many households are there in Kelenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelenda village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelenda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelenda is 71.55%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 64.22%.