Kelan
About Kelan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kelan village is 069833. Kelan village is located in Chhatargarh tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatargarh (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Kela is the gram panchayat of Kelan village.
The total geographical area of village is 13634 hectares. Kelan has a total population of 5,074 peoples, out of which male population is 2,617 while female population is 2,457. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 938 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kelan village is 25.15% out of which 33.01% males and 16.77% females are literate. There are about 917 houses in kelan village. Pincode of kelan village locality is 334001.
When it comes to administration, Kelan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kelan village comes under Khajuwala Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bikaner Lok Sabha constituency. Bikaner is nearest town to kelan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
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Population of Kelan
The population details of Kelan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,074 | 2,617 | 2,457 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 934 | 491 | 443 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 661 | 348 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 864 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,798 | 1,753 | 2,045 |
Connectivity of Kelan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kelan
Where is Kelan located?
Kelan village is situated in Chhatargarh Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelan is Kela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kelan?
The pincode of Kelan is 334001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelan is 5,074, with 2,617 males and 2,457 females.
How many households are there in Kelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kelan village has a total of 917 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelan is 25.15%. The male literacy rate is 33.01%, while the female literacy rate is 16.77%.