Gela - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Gela is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from Tharad and around 62 km from Palanpur. Gela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gela is 507601. The village covers a total geographical area of 1718.1 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gela
According to the 2011 Census, Gela village had a total population of 3,786 people, including 1,947 males and 1,839 females, living in 541 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.62%, with male literacy at 77.46% and female literacy at 48.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 508.
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 | 3,786 | 1,947 | 1,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 652 | 323 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 263 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,994 | 1,258 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 689 | 1,103 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gela
Gela 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 Tharad to Gela is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Gela is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gela 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gela
Where is Gela located?
Gela village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gela?
Gela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gela?
The pincode of Gela is 385535.
What is the population of Gela?
Gela had a total population of 3,786, including 1,947 males and 1,839 females.
How many households are there in Gela?
Gela had 541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gela was 63.62%. Male literacy was 77.46% and female literacy was 48.74%.