Shiyal - Bavla, Ahmedabad
Shiyal is a village situated in the Bavla taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from Bavla and around 70 km from Ahmadabad. Shiyal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiyal is 511800. The village covers a total geographical area of 7323.53 hectares and falls under the 382230 pincode. Bavla is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Shiyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanand Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiyal
As per Census 2011, Shiyal village has a total population of 7,485 people, consisting of 3,883 males and 3,602 females. The village has 1,361 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,212 literate and 4,273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,931 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,485 | 3,883 | 3,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,344 | 719 | 625 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,931 | 2,022 | 1,909 |
| Literate Population | 3,212 | 2,046 | 1,166 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,273 | 1,837 | 2,436 |
Nearby Villages of Shiyal
Shiyal 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 Shiyal
Public transport in the Shiyal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bavla to Shiyal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Shiyal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shiyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiyal
Where is Shiyal located?
Shiyal village is located in Bavla Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiyal?
Shiyal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiyal?
The pincode of Shiyal is 382230.
What is the population of Shiyal?
Shiyal has a total population of 7,485, including 3,883 males and 3,602 females.
How many households are there in Shiyal?
There are 1,361 households in Shiyal.
What is the literacy rate in Shiyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiyal is 42.91%. Male literacy is 52.69% and female literacy is 32.37%.