Kelabandwari - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kelabandwari is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kelaband Vari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelabandwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelabandwari is 055874. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.26 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kelabandwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelabandwari
According to the 2011 Census, Kelabandwari village had a total population of 822 people, including 415 males and 407 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 90.11% and female literacy at 54.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 341.
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 | 822 | 415 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 168 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 319 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 96 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Kelabandwari
Kelabandwari 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 Kelabandwari
Public transport in the Kelabandwari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kelabandwari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Kelabandwari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kelabandwari is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelabandwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelabandwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kelabandwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelabandwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kelabandwari
Where is Kelabandwari located?
Kelabandwari village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kelabandwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelabandwari is Kelaband Vari.
What is the pincode of Kelabandwari?
The pincode of Kelabandwari is 262401.
What is the population of Kelabandwari?
Kelabandwari had a total population of 822, including 415 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Kelabandwari?
Kelabandwari had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelabandwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelabandwari was 72.51%. Male literacy was 90.11% and female literacy was 54.60%.