Kelo
Kelo is a village located in Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Gurundia (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Jarda is the gram panchayat of Kelo village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelo unique in its vibrant Gurundia-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Kelo’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 Kelo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelo is 385024. The village spans a total geographical area of 501 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770043. Raurkela is nearest town to Kelo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Kelo
Population of Kelo
According to the 2011 Census, Kelo has a total population of about 704, with approximately 362 males and 342 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 610. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.08%, with male literacy at about 68.78% and female literacy near 52.92%. There are around 148 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelo's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 704 | 362 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 311 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 249 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 113 | 161 |
Connectivity of Kelo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelo. As per the 2011 stats, Kelo 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelo
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelo
- Where is Kelo located?
- Kelo village is situated in Gurundia Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelo?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelo is Jarda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelo?
- The pincode of Kelo is 770043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelo is 704, with 362 males and 342 females.
- How many households are there in Kelo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelo village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelo is 61.08%. The male literacy rate is 68.78%, while the female literacy rate is 52.92%.