Kelava (Parosada) - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Kelava (Parosada) is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Parosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelava (Parosada) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelava (Parosada) is 509893. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.78 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kelava (Parosada) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kelava (Parosada)
According to the 2011 Census, Kelava (Parosada) village had a total population of 195 people, including 99 males and 96 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.57%, with male literacy at 46.58% and female literacy at 29.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 65 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Kelava (Parosada)
Kelava (Parosada) 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 Kelava (Parosada)
Public transport in the Kelava (Parosada) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Kelava (Parosada) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Kelava (Parosada) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelava (Parosada)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelava (Parosada) 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 Kelava (Parosada)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelava (Parosada) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kelava (Parosada)
Where is Kelava (Parosada) located?
Kelava (Parosada) village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kelava (Parosada)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelava (Parosada) is Parosda.
What is the pincode of Kelava (Parosada)?
The pincode of Kelava (Parosada) is 383460.
What is the population of Kelava (Parosada)?
Kelava (Parosada) had a total population of 195, including 99 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kelava (Parosada)?
Kelava (Parosada) had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kelava (Parosada)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelava (Parosada) was 38.57%. Male literacy was 46.58% and female literacy was 29.85%.