Monvel - Dhari, Amreli
Monvel is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Monvel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monvel is 515694. The village covers a total geographical area of 3331.88 hectares and falls under the 365645 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Monvel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Monvel
As per Census 2011, Monvel village has a total population of 3,368 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,621 females. The village has 650 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,095 literate and 1,273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Monvel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,368 | 1,747 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 196 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 152 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 2,095 | 1,163 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,273 | 584 | 689 |
Nearby Villages of Monvel
Monvel 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 Monvel
Monvel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Monvel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalala to Monvel is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Monvel is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Monvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monvel 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Monvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monvel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Monvel
Where is Monvel located?
Monvel village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monvel?
Monvel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Monvel?
The pincode of Monvel is 365645.
What is the population of Monvel?
Monvel has a total population of 3,368, including 1,747 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Monvel?
There are 650 households in Monvel.
What is the literacy rate in Monvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monvel is 62.20%. Male literacy is 66.57% and female literacy is 57.50%.