Mulvel - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Mulvel is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Dwarka and around 130 km from Jamnagar. Mulvel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulvel is 513463. The village covers a total geographical area of 1262.5 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mulvel 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 Mulvel
According to the 2011 Census, Mulvel village had a total population of 604 people, including 321 males and 283 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.34%, with male literacy at 43.03% and female literacy at 26.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 604 | 321 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 108 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 213 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Mulvel
Mulvel 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 Mulvel
Mulvel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Mulvel has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dwarka to Mulvel is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mulvel is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulvel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mulvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulvel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mulvel
Where is Mulvel located?
Mulvel village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulvel?
Mulvel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mulvel?
The pincode of Mulvel is 361335.
What is the population of Mulvel?
Mulvel had a total population of 604, including 321 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Mulvel?
Mulvel had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mulvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulvel was 35.34%. Male literacy was 43.03% and female literacy was 26.29%.