Patelka
Patelka is a village located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 165km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Patelka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Patelka unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Patelka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Patelka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Patelka is 513957. The village spans a total geographical area of 2047.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361320. Raval is nearest town to Patelka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Patelka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Patelka
Population of Patelka
According to the 2011 Census, Patelka has a total population of about 3,961, with approximately 2,037 males and 1,924 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 523 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 516 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.67%, with male literacy at about 70.94% and female literacy near 49.79%. There are around 740 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Patelka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,961 | 2,037 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 266 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 275 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,403 | 1,445 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 592 | 966 |
Connectivity of Patelka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Patelka. As per the 2011 stats, Patelka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Patelka
Knowing the nearby villages of Patelka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Patelka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Patelka
- Where is Patelka located?
- Patelka village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Patelka?
- Patelka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Patelka?
- The pincode of Patelka is 361320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Patelka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Patelka is 3,961, with 2,037 males and 1,924 females.
- How many households are there in Patelka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Patelka village has a total of 740 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Patelka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Patelka is 60.67%. The male literacy rate is 70.94%, while the female literacy rate is 49.79%.