Kelda
Kelda is a village located in Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kochinda (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Chandnimal is the gram panchayat of Kelda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelda unique in its vibrant Kochinda-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Kelda’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 Kelda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelda is 381551. The village spans a total geographical area of 481 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768222. Kochinda is nearest town to Kelda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kelda
Population of Kelda
According to the 2011 Census, Kelda has a total population of about 890, with approximately 439 males and 451 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 633. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.35%, with male literacy at about 70.62% and female literacy near 52.33%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 | 439 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 318 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 310 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 129 | 215 |
Connectivity of Kelda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelda. As per the 2011 stats, Kelda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelda
- Where is Kelda located?
- Kelda village is situated in Kochinda Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelda is Chandnimal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelda?
- The pincode of Kelda is 768222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelda is 890, with 439 males and 451 females.
- How many households are there in Kelda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelda village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelda is 61.35%. The male literacy rate is 70.62%, while the female literacy rate is 52.33%.