Gelan

Gelan is a village located in Simalwara tehsil of Dungarpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Simalwara (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dungarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dhodhra is the gram panchayat of Gelan village.

Gelan has its own place in the vibrant Dungarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gelan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gelan is 098292. The village spans a total geographical area of 546.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 314406. Dungarpur is nearest town to Gelan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

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Population of Gelan

Below is a concise population overview of Gelan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,692 854 838
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 337 189 148
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,660 840 820
Literate Population 502 302 200
Illiterate Population 1,190 552 638

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gelan village:

  • The total population of Gelan village is around 1,692, including approximately 854 males and 838 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Gelan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gelan village has 1,660 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gelan village is about 29.67%, with male literacy at 35.36% and female literacy at 23.87%.
  • There are around 317 households in Gelan village.

Connectivity of Gelan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gelan. As per the 2011 stats, Gelan 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gelan

Knowing the nearby villages of Gelan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gelan.

Gudawara Gara Patte Peeth Rajpur Peeth Nawalpura Dhodhra Bormali Popatli Bhandara Bansiya Sujatalai

Frequently Asked Questions about Gelan

Where is Gelan located?
Gelan village is situated in Simalwara Tehsil, within the Dungarpur district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gelan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gelan is Dhodhra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gelan?
The pincode of Gelan is 314406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gelan is 1,692, with 854 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Gelan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gelan village has a total of 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gelan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gelan is 29.67%. The male literacy rate is 35.36%, while the female literacy rate is 23.87%.