Gelia

Gelia is a village located in Jaypur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Jaypur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Gelia village. As per 2009 stats, Gelia village is also a gram panchayat.

Gelia has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Gelia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gelia is 328120. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722154. Kotalpur is nearest town to Gelia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

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Population of Gelia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,655 838 817
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 85 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 375 200 175
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,308 690 618
Illiterate Population 347 148 199

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

  • The total population of Gelia village is around 1,655, including approximately 838 males and 817 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Gelia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gelia village has 375 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gelia village is about 79.03%, with male literacy at 82.34% and female literacy at 75.64%.
  • There are around 405 households in Gelia village.

Connectivity of Gelia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gelia. As per the 2011 stats, Gelia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gelia

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

Ramchandrapur Bhandargar Panchpeke Namchhara Abhirampur Tanadighi Paschim Karakbere Dasdighi Shukjora Bharatpur Nabasan

Frequently Asked Questions about Gelia

Where is Gelia located?
Gelia village is situated in Jaypur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gelia?
Gelia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gelia?
The pincode of Gelia is 722154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gelia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gelia is 1,655, with 838 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Gelia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gelia village has a total of 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gelia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gelia is 79.03%. The male literacy rate is 82.34%, while the female literacy rate is 75.64%.