Chela - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Chela is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Jamnagar and around 12 km from Jamnagar. Chela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chela is 513630. The village covers a total geographical area of 2999.68 hectares and falls under the 361012 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chela
As per Census 2011, Chela village has a total population of 7,035 people, consisting of 3,632 males and 3,403 females. The village has 1,306 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,011 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,285 literate and 3,750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,035 | 3,632 | 3,403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,011 | 521 | 490 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,425 | 739 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,285 | 1,979 | 1,306 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,750 | 1,653 | 2,097 |
Nearby Villages of Chela
Chela 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 Chela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chela.
| 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 Jamnagar to Chela is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chela 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 Chela
Where is Chela located?
Chela village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chela?
Chela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chela?
The pincode of Chela is 361012.
What is the population of Chela?
Chela has a total population of 7,035, including 3,632 males and 3,403 females.
How many households are there in Chela?
There are 1,306 households in Chela.
What is the literacy rate in Chela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chela is 46.70%. Male literacy is 54.49% and female literacy is 38.38%.