Shemla - Gondal, Rajkot
Shemla is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Shemla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shemla is 513214. The village covers a total geographical area of 932.5 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shemla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shemla
According to the 2011 Census, Shemla village had a total population of 1,617 people, including 821 males and 796 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.08%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 67.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 1,617 | 821 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 109 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 13 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,025 | 544 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 277 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Shemla
Shemla 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 Shemla
Shemla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shemla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Shemla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Shemla is about 28 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 Shemla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shemla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shemla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shemla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shemla
Where is Shemla located?
Shemla village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shemla?
Shemla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shemla?
The pincode of Shemla is 360311.
What is the population of Shemla?
Shemla had a total population of 1,617, including 821 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Shemla?
Shemla had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shemla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shemla was 72.08%. Male literacy was 76.40% and female literacy was 67.75%.