Kelava - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Kelava is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Kelava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelava is 509870. The village covers a total geographical area of 872.52 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kelava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kelava
As per Census 2011, Kelava village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 658 males and 643 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,291 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 658 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 137 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,291 | 652 | 639 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 486 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 172 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Kelava
Kelava 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
Kelava 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Kelava is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Kelava is about 87 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 Kelava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kelava
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 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kelava
Where is Kelava located?
Kelava village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelava?
Kelava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kelava?
The pincode of Kelava is 383460.
What is the population of Kelava?
Kelava has a total population of 1,301, including 658 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Kelava?
There are 241 households in Kelava.
What is the literacy rate in Kelava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelava is 64.49%. Male literacy is 73.86% and female literacy is 54.90%.