Kelani - Syalde, Almora
Kelani is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Bhikiyasain and around 144 km from Almora. Chakkelani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelani is 051479. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.37 hectares and falls under the 263661 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 124 km away.
Kelani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelani
As per Census 2011, Kelani village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 79 males and 107 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,354 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 53 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 79 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 13 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kelani
Kelani 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 Kelani
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kelani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Kelani is about 124 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kelani is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelani 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 Kelani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelani 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 Kelani
Where is Kelani located?
Kelani village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelani is Chakkelani.
What is the pincode of Kelani?
The pincode of Kelani is 263661.
What is the population of Kelani?
Kelani has a total population of 186, including 79 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Kelani?
There are 34 households in Kelani.
What is the literacy rate in Kelani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelani is 71.51%. Male literacy is 83.54% and female literacy is 62.62%.