Kalapan - Una, Gir Somnath
Kalapan is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Una and around 180 km from Junagadh. Kalapan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalapan is 515368. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.63 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kalapan 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 Kalapan
As per Census 2011, Kalapan village has a total population of 3,263 people, consisting of 1,700 males and 1,563 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 512 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,674 literate and 1,589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalapan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,263 | 1,700 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 264 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 93 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 1,076 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 624 | 965 |
Nearby Villages of Kalapan
Kalapan 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 Kalapan
Public transport in the Kalapan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kalapan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Kalapan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kalapan is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalapan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalapan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalapan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalapan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalapan
Where is Kalapan located?
Kalapan village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalapan?
Kalapan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalapan?
The pincode of Kalapan is 362510.
What is the population of Kalapan?
Kalapan has a total population of 3,263, including 1,700 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Kalapan?
There are 561 households in Kalapan.
What is the literacy rate in Kalapan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalapan is 51.30%. Male literacy is 63.29% and female literacy is 38.26%.