Lelava - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Lelava is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Nenava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lelava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lelava is 507625. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.62 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lelava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lelava
As per Census 2011, Lelava village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 323 males and 268 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lelava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 323 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 187 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 136 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Lelava
Lelava 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 Lelava
Public transport in the Lelava is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Lelava is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Lelava is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lelava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lelava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lelava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lelava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lelava
Where is Lelava located?
Lelava village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lelava?
The Gram Panchayat of Lelava is Nenava.
What is the pincode of Lelava?
The pincode of Lelava is 385310.
What is the population of Lelava?
Lelava has a total population of 591, including 323 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Lelava?
There are 87 households in Lelava.
What is the literacy rate in Lelava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lelava is 44.67%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 28.73%.