Silvai - Petlad, Anand
Silvai is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Silvai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silvai is 516967. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.96 hectares and falls under the 388160 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Silvai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silvai
As per Census 2011, Silvai village has a total population of 2,075 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 1,044 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 747 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silvai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,075 | 1,031 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 170 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 750 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 281 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Silvai
Silvai 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 Silvai
Silvai 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 Petlad to Silvai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Silvai is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silvai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silvai 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 Silvai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silvai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Silvai
Where is Silvai located?
Silvai village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silvai?
Silvai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silvai?
The pincode of Silvai is 388160.
What is the population of Silvai?
Silvai has a total population of 2,075, including 1,031 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Silvai?
There are 395 households in Silvai.
What is the literacy rate in Silvai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silvai is 64.00%. Male literacy is 72.74% and female literacy is 55.36%.