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
As per Census 2011, Gela village has a total population of 3,786 people, consisting of 1,947 males and 1,839 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 652 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,994 literate and 1,792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gela are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,786, including 1,947 males and 1,839 females.
How many households are there in Gela?
There are 541 households in Gela.
What is the literacy rate in Gela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gela is 52.67%. Male literacy is 64.61% and female literacy is 40.02%.