Arala - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Arala is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Arala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arala is 513821. The village covers a total geographical area of 1120.04 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Arala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arala
According to the 2011 Census, Arala village had a total population of 1,364 people, including 691 males and 673 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.43%, with male literacy at 79.16% and female literacy at 57.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 1,364 | 691 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 471 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 220 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Arala
Arala 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 Arala
Arala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Arala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Arala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arala 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 Arala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arala 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 Arala
Where is Arala located?
Arala village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arala?
Arala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arala?
The pincode of Arala is 361160.
What is the population of Arala?
Arala had a total population of 1,364, including 691 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Arala?
Arala had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arala was 68.43%. Male literacy was 79.16% and female literacy was 57.41%.