Patelka - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Patelka is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Kalyanpur and around 165 km from Jamnagar. Patelka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patelka is 513957. The village covers a total geographical area of 2047.05 hectares and falls under the 361320 pincode. Raval is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patelka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patelka
As per Census 2011, Patelka village has a total population of 3,961 people, consisting of 2,037 males and 1,924 females. The village has 740 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,403 literate and 1,558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 516 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patelka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,961 | 2,037 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 266 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 275 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,403 | 1,445 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 592 | 966 |
Nearby Villages of Patelka
Patelka 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 Patelka
Public transport in the Patelka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raval to Patelka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Patelka is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patelka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patelka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patelka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patelka 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 Patelka
Where is Patelka located?
Patelka village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patelka?
Patelka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patelka?
The pincode of Patelka is 361320.
What is the population of Patelka?
Patelka has a total population of 3,961, including 2,037 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Patelka?
There are 740 households in Patelka.
What is the literacy rate in Patelka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patelka is 60.67%. Male literacy is 70.94% and female literacy is 49.79%.