Kelai
Kelai is a village located in Khargram subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Nagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kelai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jhilli is the gram panchayat of Kelai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelai unique in its vibrant Khargram-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Kelai’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 Kelai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelai is 315070. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742147. Rampurhat is nearest town to Kelai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Kelai
Population of Kelai
According to the 2011 Census, Kelai has a total population of about 3,579, with approximately 1,803 males and 1,776 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 531 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 264 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.20%, with male literacy at about 57.07% and female literacy near 49.27%. There are around 867 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,579 | 1,803 | 1,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 257 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 133 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 1,029 | 875 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,675 | 774 | 901 |
Connectivity of Kelai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelai. As per the 2011 stats, Kelai 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelai
- Where is Kelai located?
- Kelai village is situated in Khargram Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelai is Jhilli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelai?
- The pincode of Kelai is 742147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelai is 3,579, with 1,803 males and 1,776 females.
- How many households are there in Kelai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelai village has a total of 867 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelai is 53.20%. The male literacy rate is 57.07%, while the female literacy rate is 49.27%.