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.
Here you can discover what makes Gelan unique in its vibrant Simalwara-Dungarpur region. You’ll see Gelan’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 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.
Google Map of Gelan
Population of Gelan
According to the 2011 Census, Gelan has a total population of about 1,692, with approximately 854 males and 838 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 337 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,660. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.67%, with male literacy at about 35.36% and female literacy near 23.87%. There are around 317 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gelan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.