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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhilada village had a total population of 2,733 people, including 1,454 males and 1,279 females, living in 468 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.18%, with male literacy at 57.03% and female literacy at 36.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 2,733 | 1,454 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 202 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,733, including 1,454 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Bhilada?
Bhilada had 468 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilada was 47.18%. Male literacy was 57.03% and female literacy was 36.02%.