Elampur - Una, Gir Somnath
Elampur is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Una and around 175 km from Junagadh. Elampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elampur is 515312. The village covers a total geographical area of 994.81 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Elampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elampur
As per Census 2011, Elampur village has a total population of 2,972 people, consisting of 1,502 males and 1,470 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,475 literate and 1,497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,972 | 1,502 | 1,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 264 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 861 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,497 | 641 | 856 |
Nearby Villages of Elampur
Elampur 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 Elampur
Elampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Elampur.
| 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 Una to Elampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Elampur is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Elampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Elampur
Where is Elampur located?
Elampur village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elampur?
Elampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Elampur?
The pincode of Elampur is 362560.
What is the population of Elampur?
Elampur has a total population of 2,972, including 1,502 males and 1,470 females.
How many households are there in Elampur?
There are 472 households in Elampur.
What is the literacy rate in Elampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elampur is 49.63%. Male literacy is 57.32% and female literacy is 41.77%.