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
According to the 2011 Census, Silvai village had a total population of 2,075 people, including 1,031 males and 1,044 females, living in 395 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 87.11% and female literacy at 66.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 2,075 | 1,031 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 170 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,075, including 1,031 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Silvai?
Silvai had 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silvai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silvai was 76.67%. Male literacy was 87.11% and female literacy was 66.36%.