Mela - Valia, Bharuch
Mela is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Mela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mela is 522516. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.48 hectares and falls under the 393135 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mela
According to the 2011 Census, Mela village had a total population of 1,277 people, including 666 males and 611 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.77%, with male literacy at 79.80% and female literacy at 63.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 878.
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 | 1,277 | 666 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 878 | 463 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 470 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 196 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Mela
Mela 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 Mela
Mela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Mela is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Mela is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mela
Where is Mela located?
Mela village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mela?
Mela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mela?
The pincode of Mela is 393135.
What is the population of Mela?
Mela had a total population of 1,277, including 666 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Mela?
Mela had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mela was 71.77%. Male literacy was 79.80% and female literacy was 63.14%.