Kelan Nagar - Phalodi
Kelan Nagar is a village situated in the Phalodi tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from Phalodi and around 155 km from Jodhpur. Dhadhoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelan Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelan Nagar is 084391. The village covers a total geographical area of 1642.46 hectares and falls under the 342314 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kelan Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelan Nagar
As per Census 2011, Kelan Nagar village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 517 males and 474 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 574 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelan Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 517 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 122 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 312 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 326 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 191 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Kelan Nagar
Kelan Nagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kelan Nagar
Kelan Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kelan Nagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phalodi to Kelan Nagar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Kelan Nagar is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelan Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelan Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kelan Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelan Nagar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kelan Nagar
Where is Kelan Nagar located?
Kelan Nagar village is located in Phalodi Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelan Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelan Nagar is Dhadhoo.
What is the pincode of Kelan Nagar?
The pincode of Kelan Nagar is 342314.
What is the population of Kelan Nagar?
Kelan Nagar has a total population of 991, including 517 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Kelan Nagar?
There are 148 households in Kelan Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Kelan Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelan Nagar is 49.14%. Male literacy is 63.06% and female literacy is 33.97%.