Gelana

Gelana is a village located in Keshod taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Keshod (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Gelana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Gelana unique in its vibrant Keshod-Junagadh region. You’ll see Gelana’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 Gelana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gelana is 514767. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362227. Keshod is nearest town to Gelana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gelana 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gelana

According to the 2011 Census, Gelana has a total population of about 1,081, with approximately 564 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.53%, with male literacy at about 77.13% and female literacy near 57.06%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gelana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,081 564 517
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 101 55 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 77 43 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 730 435 295
Illiterate Population 351 129 222

Connectivity of Gelana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gelana. As per the 2011 stats, Gelana 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gelana

Knowing the nearby villages of Gelana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gelana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gelana

Where is Gelana located?
Gelana village is situated in Keshod Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gelana?
Gelana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gelana?
The pincode of Gelana is 362227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gelana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gelana is 1,081, with 564 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Gelana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gelana village has a total of 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gelana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gelana is 67.53%. The male literacy rate is 77.13%, while the female literacy rate is 57.06%.