Gala - Morvi, Morbi
Gala is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Morvi and around 89 km from Rajkot. Gala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gala is 512649. The village covers a total geographical area of 1488.13 hectares and falls under the 363630 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gala
According to the 2011 Census, Gala village had a total population of 1,957 people, including 1,012 males and 945 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.94%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 74.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 1,957 | 1,012 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 103 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 69 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,490 | 847 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 165 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Gala
Gala 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 Gala
Gala 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 Morvi to Gala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Gala is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gala 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 Gala
Where is Gala located?
Gala village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gala?
Gala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gala?
The pincode of Gala is 363630.
What is the population of Gala?
Gala had a total population of 1,957, including 1,012 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Gala?
Gala had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gala was 83.94%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 74.25%.