Shiyalbet - Jafrabad, Amreli
Shiyalbet is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 190 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Shiyal Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiyalbet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiyalbet is 515889. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.32 hectares and falls under the 365560 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shiyalbet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiyalbet
According to the 2011 Census, Shiyalbet village had a total population of 5,096 people, including 2,667 males and 2,429 females, living in 832 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.02%, with male literacy at 45.34% and female literacy at 15.48%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,096 | 2,667 | 2,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,015 | 543 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 963 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,830 | 1,704 | 2,126 |
Nearby Villages of Shiyalbet
Shiyalbet 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 Shiyalbet
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shiyalbet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jafrabad to Shiyalbet is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Shiyalbet is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiyalbet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiyalbet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shiyalbet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiyalbet 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shiyalbet
Where is Shiyalbet located?
Shiyalbet village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shiyalbet?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiyalbet is Shiyal Bet.
What is the pincode of Shiyalbet?
The pincode of Shiyalbet is 365560.
What is the population of Shiyalbet?
Shiyalbet had a total population of 5,096, including 2,667 males and 2,429 females.
How many households are there in Shiyalbet?
Shiyalbet had 832 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiyalbet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiyalbet was 31.02%. Male literacy was 45.34% and female literacy was 15.48%.