Kelna
Kelna is a village located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.4km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Kelna village. As per 2009 stats, Brajaballavpur is the gram panchayat of Kelna village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelna unique in its vibrant Bansihari-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kelna’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 Kelna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelna is 311657. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Gangarampur is nearest town to Kelna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kelna
Population of Kelna
According to the 2011 Census, Kelna has a total population of about 501, with approximately 263 males and 238 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 207. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.92%, with male literacy at about 45.25% and female literacy near 31.93%. There are around 121 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 501 | 263 | 238 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 122 | 108 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 105 | 102 |
Literate Population | 195 | 119 | 76 |
Illiterate Population | 306 | 144 | 162 |
Connectivity of Kelna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelna. As per the 2011 stats, Kelna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelna
- Where is Kelna located?
- Kelna village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelna is Brajaballavpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelna?
- The pincode of Kelna is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelna is 501, with 263 males and 238 females.
- How many households are there in Kelna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelna village has a total of 121 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelna is 38.92%. The male literacy rate is 45.25%, while the female literacy rate is 31.93%.