Rel - Tarapur, Anand
Rel is a village situated in the Tarapur taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Rel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rel is 516830. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.11 hectares and falls under the 388180 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Rel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rel
As per Census 2011, Rel village has a total population of 1,586 people, consisting of 806 males and 780 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,035 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,586 | 806 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 557 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 249 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Rel
Rel 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 Rel
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rel. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rel.
| 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 Sojitra to Rel is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Rel is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rel
Where is Rel located?
Rel village is located in Tarapur Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rel?
Rel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rel?
The pincode of Rel is 388180.
What is the population of Rel?
Rel has a total population of 1,586, including 806 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Rel?
There are 298 households in Rel.
What is the literacy rate in Rel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rel is 65.26%. Male literacy is 69.11% and female literacy is 61.28%.