Mangela - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Mangela is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mangela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangela is 516657. The village covers a total geographical area of 684.39 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mangela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangela
According to the 2011 Census, Mangela village had a total population of 1,304 people, including 669 males and 635 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.76%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 49.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,304 | 669 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 91 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 459 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 210 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Mangela
Mangela 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 Mangela
Public transport in the Mangela is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Mangela is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mangela is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mangela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangela
Where is Mangela located?
Mangela village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mangela?
Mangela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangela?
The pincode of Mangela is 364130.
What is the population of Mangela?
Mangela had a total population of 1,304, including 669 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Mangela?
Mangela had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangela was 64.76%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 49.07%.