Gelana
Gelana is a village located in Susner tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Susner (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Gelana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gelana unique in its vibrant Susner-Shajapur region. You’ll see Gelana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gelana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gelana is 472257. The village spans a total geographical area of 496.13 hectares. Susner is nearest town to Gelana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gelana
Population of Gelana
According to the 2011 Census, Gelana has a total population of about 1,385, with approximately 693 males and 692 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 448 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.00%, with male literacy at about 66.38% and female literacy near 39.60%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gelana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 734 | 460 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 233 | 418 |
Connectivity of Gelana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gelana. As per the 2011 stats, Gelana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gelana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gelana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gelana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gelana
- Where is Gelana located?
- Gelana village is situated in Susner Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gelana?
- Gelana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gelana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gelana is 1,385, with 693 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Gelana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gelana village has a total of 274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gelana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gelana is 53.00%. The male literacy rate is 66.38%, while the female literacy rate is 39.60%.