Shilana - Bagasara, Amreli
Shilana is a village situated in the Bagasara taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagasara and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Shilana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilana is 515663. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.51 hectares and falls under the 365440 pincode. Bagasara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shilana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilana
As per Census 2011, Shilana village has a total population of 1,566 people, consisting of 786 males and 780 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,097 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shilana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,566 | 786 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 608 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 178 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Shilana
Shilana 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 Shilana
Shilana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bagasara to Shilana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Shilana is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shilana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shilana
Where is Shilana located?
Shilana village is located in Bagasara Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilana?
Shilana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shilana?
The pincode of Shilana is 365440.
What is the population of Shilana?
Shilana has a total population of 1,566, including 786 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Shilana?
There are 300 households in Shilana.
What is the literacy rate in Shilana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilana is 70.05%. Male literacy is 77.35% and female literacy is 62.69%.