Jelana

Jelana is a village located in Vav taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Vav (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Jelana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Jelana unique in its vibrant Vav-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Jelana’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 Jelana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jelana is 507416. The village spans a total geographical area of 1502.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385575. Tharad is nearest town to Jelana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jelana 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 Vav 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.

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Population of Jelana

According to the 2011 Census, Jelana has a total population of about 2,163, with approximately 1,110 males and 1,053 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 366 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 608 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 50.16%, with male literacy at about 62.34% and female literacy near 37.32%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jelana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,163 1,110 1,053
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 366 189 177
Scheduled Castes (SC) 608 308 300
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,085 692 393
Illiterate Population 1,078 418 660

Connectivity of Jelana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jelana. As per the 2011 stats, Jelana 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jelana

Knowing the nearby villages of Jelana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jelana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jelana

Where is Jelana located?
Jelana village is situated in Vav Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jelana?
Jelana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jelana?
The pincode of Jelana is 385575, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jelana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jelana is 2,163, with 1,110 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Jelana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jelana village has a total of 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jelana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jelana is 50.16%. The male literacy rate is 62.34%, while the female literacy rate is 37.32%.