Gela
Gela is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Gela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gela unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Gela’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 Gela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gela is 507601. The village spans a total geographical area of 1718.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Gela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gela
Population of Gela
According to the 2011 Census, Gela has a total population of about 3,786, with approximately 1,947 males and 1,839 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 652 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 508 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 52.67%, with male literacy at about 64.61% and female literacy near 40.02%. There are around 541 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,786 | 1,947 | 1,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 652 | 323 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 263 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,994 | 1,258 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 689 | 1,103 |
Connectivity of Gela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gela. As per the 2011 stats, Gela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gela
Knowing the nearby villages of Gela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gela
- Where is Gela located?
- Gela village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gela?
- Gela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gela?
- The pincode of Gela is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gela is 3,786, with 1,947 males and 1,839 females.
- How many households are there in Gela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gela village has a total of 541 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gela is 52.67%. The male literacy rate is 64.61%, while the female literacy rate is 40.02%.