Gelana - Susner, Agar-Malwa
Gelana is a village situated in the Susner tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Susner and around 80 km from Shajapur. Gelana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gelana is 472257. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.13 hectares and falls under the 465447 pincode. Susner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gelana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Susner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gelana
According to the 2011 Census, Gelana village had a total population of 1,385 people, including 693 males and 692 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.94%, with male literacy at 77.70% and female literacy at 46.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 448.
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 | 1,385 | 693 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 232 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 460 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 233 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Gelana
Gelana 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 Gelana
Gelana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Susner to Gelana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Gelana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gelana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gelana 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 Gelana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gelana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gelana
Where is Gelana located?
Gelana village is located in Susner Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gelana?
Gelana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gelana?
The pincode of Gelana is 465447.
What is the population of Gelana?
Gelana had a total population of 1,385, including 693 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Gelana?
Gelana had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gelana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gelana was 61.94%. Male literacy was 77.70% and female literacy was 46.21%.