Langala - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Langala is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Langala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langala is 516219. The village covers a total geographical area of 1594.42 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Langala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langala
According to the 2011 Census, Langala village had a total population of 3,750 people, including 1,947 males and 1,803 females, living in 678 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.83%, with male literacy at 80.24% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 3,750 | 1,947 | 1,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 267 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,314 | 1,348 | 966 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,436 | 599 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Langala
Langala 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 Langala
Langala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Langala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Langala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Langala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Langala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Langala
Where is Langala located?
Langala village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Langala?
Langala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Langala?
The pincode of Langala is 364320.
What is the population of Langala?
Langala had a total population of 3,750, including 1,947 males and 1,803 females.
How many households are there in Langala?
Langala had 678 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langala was 70.83%. Male literacy was 80.24% and female literacy was 60.87%.