Kelawa
Kelawa is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Kelawa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kelawa unique in its vibrant Pokaran-Jaisalmer region. You’ll see Kelawa’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 Kelawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelawa is 086305. The village spans a total geographical area of 3453.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345021. Pokaran is nearest town to Kelawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kelawa
Population of Kelawa
According to the 2011 Census, Kelawa has a total population of about 1,639, with approximately 873 males and 766 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 391 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 91 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 89. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.66%, with male literacy at about 52.35% and female literacy near 25.20%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,639 | 873 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 230 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 457 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 416 | 573 |
Connectivity of Kelawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelawa. As per the 2011 stats, Kelawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelawa
- Where is Kelawa located?
- Kelawa village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelawa?
- Kelawa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kelawa?
- The pincode of Kelawa is 345021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelawa is 1,639, with 873 males and 766 females.
- How many households are there in Kelawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelawa village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelawa is 39.66%. The male literacy rate is 52.35%, while the female literacy rate is 25.20%.