Alau - Ranpur, Botad
Alau is a village situated in the Ranpur taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from Ranpur and around 154 km from Ahmadabad. Alau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alau is 511837. The village covers a total geographical area of 2751.57 hectares and falls under the 382255 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Alau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alau
According to the 2011 Census, Alau village had a total population of 4,085 people, including 2,088 males and 1,997 females, living in 736 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.77%, with male literacy at 76.70% and female literacy at 54.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 332.
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 | 4,085 | 2,088 | 1,997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 324 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 178 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,277 | 1,353 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,808 | 735 | 1,073 |
Nearby Villages of Alau
Alau 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 Alau
Alau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Alau has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Botad to Alau is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Alau is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alau 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alau
Where is Alau located?
Alau village is located in Ranpur Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alau?
Alau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alau?
The pincode of Alau is 382255.
What is the population of Alau?
Alau had a total population of 4,085, including 2,088 males and 1,997 females.
How many households are there in Alau?
Alau had 736 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alau was 65.77%. Male literacy was 76.70% and female literacy was 54.42%.