Aral - Kathlal, Kheda
Aral is a village situated in the Kathlal taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathlal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Aral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aral is 517390. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.7 hectares and falls under the 387635 pincode. Kathlal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Aral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapadvanj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aral
As per Census 2011, Aral village has a total population of 5,012 people, consisting of 2,579 males and 2,433 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 691 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,947 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,012 | 2,579 | 2,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 371 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 3,947 | 2,124 | 1,823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 455 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Aral
Aral 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 Aral
Public transport in the Aral 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 Kathlal to Aral is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Aral is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aral 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 Aral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aral
Where is Aral located?
Aral village is located in Kathlal Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aral?
Aral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aral?
The pincode of Aral is 387635.
What is the population of Aral?
Aral has a total population of 5,012, including 2,579 males and 2,433 females.
How many households are there in Aral?
There are 967 households in Aral.
What is the literacy rate in Aral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aral is 78.75%. Male literacy is 82.36% and female literacy is 74.93%.