Kelon

Kelon is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Kelon village is also a gram panchayat.

Kelon has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kelon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelon is 039450. The village spans a total geographical area of 138 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Malerkotla is nearest town to Kelon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kelon

Below is a concise population overview of Kelon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 704 384 320
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 41 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 187 105 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 505 290 215
Illiterate Population 199 94 105

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelon village:

  • The total population of Kelon village is around 704, including approximately 384 males and 320 females, with a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Kelon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kelon village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kelon village is about 71.73%, with male literacy at 75.52% and female literacy at 67.19%.
  • There are around 154 households in Kelon village.

Connectivity of Kelon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelon. As per the 2011 stats, Kelon 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kelon

Knowing the nearby villages of Kelon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelon.

Takhar Jafrabad Mehbubpura Sherwani Kot Sikandarpura Bir Sherwani Kot Hakimpura Akhtiarpura Man Majra Dhadewari Hussainpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Kelon

Where is Kelon located?
Kelon village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelon?
Kelon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kelon?
The pincode of Kelon is 148023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kelon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelon is 704, with 384 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Kelon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kelon village has a total of 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelon is 71.73%. The male literacy rate is 75.52%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.