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.
Here you can discover what makes Kelon unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur region. You’ll see Kelon’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 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.
Google Map of Kelon
Population of Kelon
According to the 2011 Census, Kelon has a total population of about 704, with approximately 384 males and 320 females. The sex ratio is around 833 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.73%, with male literacy at about 75.52% and female literacy near 67.19%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.