Shiya
Shiya is a village located in Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Shihori (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Shiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shiya unique in its vibrant Kankrej-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Shiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiya is 508588. The village spans a total geographical area of 733.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385560. Tharad is nearest town to Shiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Shiya
Population of Shiya
According to the 2011 Census, Shiya has a total population of about 1,470, with approximately 761 males and 709 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 494 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.31%, with male literacy at about 63.21% and female literacy near 46.83%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,470 | 761 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 107 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 260 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 813 | 481 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 280 | 377 |
Connectivity of Shiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiya. As per the 2011 stats, Shiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiya
- Where is Shiya located?
- Shiya village is situated in Kankrej Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiya?
- Shiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shiya?
- The pincode of Shiya is 385560, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiya is 1,470, with 761 males and 709 females.
- How many households are there in Shiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiya village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiya is 55.31%. The male literacy rate is 63.21%, while the female literacy rate is 46.83%.