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
According to the 2011 Census, Monvel village had a total population of 3,368 people, including 1,747 males and 1,621 females, living in 650 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.14%, with male literacy at 74.98% and female literacy at 64.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 3,368 | 1,747 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 196 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 152 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,368, including 1,747 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Monvel?
Monvel had 650 households.
What is the literacy rate in Monvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monvel was 70.14%. Male literacy was 74.98% and female literacy was 64.90%.