Bhilada - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Bhilada is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhilada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilada is 507703. The village covers a total geographical area of 1424.9 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bhilada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhilada
As per Census 2011, Bhilada village has a total population of 2,733 people, consisting of 1,454 males and 1,279 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,112 literate and 1,621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhilada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,454 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 202 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 1,112 | 714 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,621 | 740 | 881 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilada
Bhilada 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 Bhilada
Bhilada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhilada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Bhilada is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bhilada is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhilada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhilada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhilada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhilada
Where is Bhilada located?
Bhilada village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhilada?
Bhilada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhilada?
The pincode of Bhilada is 385545.
What is the population of Bhilada?
Bhilada has a total population of 2,733, including 1,454 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Bhilada?
There are 468 households in Bhilada.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilada is 40.69%. Male literacy is 49.11% and female literacy is 31.12%.