Kelnor - Chohtan, Barmer
Kelnor is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Kelnore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelnor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelnor is 088786. The village covers a total geographical area of 3764 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kelnor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelnor
According to the 2011 Census, Kelnor village had a total population of 1,712 people, including 928 males and 784 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.96%, with male literacy at 67.28% and female literacy at 31.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 536.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 928 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 164 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 273 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 514 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 414 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Kelnor
Kelnor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Huron Ka Tala | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Samelon Ka Tala | South | 5.36 km |
| Kalyanpura | North-West | 5.57 km |
| Nawatala Jaitmalan | East | 5.98 km |
| Hejam Ka Tala | North | 6.53 km |
| Sobhala Jetmalan | North-East | 6.60 km |
| Lidiyala | North-East | 6.74 km |
| Udsiyar | North | 8.96 km |
| Ummedpura | North-West | 9.18 km |
| Arbi Ki Gafan | North | 10.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kelnor
Kelnor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramsar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 144.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Kelnor is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelnor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelnor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelnor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelnor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kelnor
Where is Kelnor located?
Kelnor village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kelnor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelnor is Kelnore.
What is the pincode of Kelnor?
The pincode of Kelnor is 344702.
What is the population of Kelnor?
Kelnor had a total population of 1,712, including 928 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Kelnor?
Kelnor had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelnor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelnor was 50.96%. Male literacy was 67.28% and female literacy was 31.57%.