Kelahi
Kelahi is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.2km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 55.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Para is the gram panchayat of Kelahi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kelahi unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Kelahi’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 Kelahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelahi is 330096. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723155. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Kelahi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kelahi
Population of Kelahi
According to the 2011 Census, Kelahi has a total population of about 1,541, with approximately 792 males and 749 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 535 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 57.50%, with male literacy at about 69.95% and female literacy near 44.33%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kelahi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 792 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 108 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 276 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 886 | 554 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 238 | 417 |
Connectivity of Kelahi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelahi. As per the 2011 stats, Kelahi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kelahi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelahi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelahi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelahi
- Where is Kelahi located?
- Kelahi village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelahi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kelahi is Para (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kelahi?
- The pincode of Kelahi is 723155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelahi is 1,541, with 792 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Kelahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelahi village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelahi is 57.50%. The male literacy rate is 69.95%, while the female literacy rate is 44.33%.