Kelia
Kelia is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kaliakundal is the gram panchayat of Kelia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelia unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kelia’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 Kelia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelia is 423710. The village spans a total geographical area of 263 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Kelia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kelia
Population of Kelia
According to the 2011 Census, Kelia has a total population of about 1,556, with approximately 798 males and 758 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 163 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 54. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.52%, with male literacy at about 61.65% and female literacy near 34.70%. There are around 395 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 798 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 143 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 492 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 306 | 495 |
Connectivity of Kelia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelia. As per the 2011 stats, Kelia 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelia
- Where is Kelia located?
- Kelia village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelia is Kaliakundal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelia?
- The pincode of Kelia is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelia is 1,556, with 798 males and 758 females.
- How many households are there in Kelia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelia village has a total of 395 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelia is 48.52%. The male literacy rate is 61.65%, while the female literacy rate is 34.70%.