Kelenda - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Kelenda is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Kelendamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelenda is 381239. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 768202 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kelenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelenda
As per Census 2011, Kelenda village has a total population of 1,370 people, consisting of 721 males and 649 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 773 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 841 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelenda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 721 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 112 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 841 | 450 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 477 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 244 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Kelenda
Kelenda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jammal(kulta) | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Keldamal | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Khunapali | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Rengalpali | East | 2.79 km |
| Gudigaon | West | 2.86 km |
| Siriapali | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Sialrama | North | 3.43 km |
| Nuapali | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Patrapali | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Bandhpali | North | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kelenda
Kelenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhutra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Kelenda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kelenda is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kelenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kelenda
Where is Kelenda located?
Kelenda village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelenda is Kelendamal.
What is the pincode of Kelenda?
The pincode of Kelenda is 768202.
What is the population of Kelenda?
Kelenda has a total population of 1,370, including 721 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Kelenda?
There are 303 households in Kelenda.
What is the literacy rate in Kelenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelenda is 56.42%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 45.61%.