Bila - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Bila is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Mahuva and around 130 km from Bhavnagar. Bila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bila is 516688. The village covers a total geographical area of 2568.11 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bila
As per Census 2011, Bila village has a total population of 4,614 people, consisting of 2,325 males and 2,289 females. The village has 789 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 661 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,528 literate and 2,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,614 | 2,325 | 2,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 661 | 325 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 2,528 | 1,530 | 998 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,086 | 795 | 1,291 |
Nearby Villages of Bila
Bila 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 Bila
Bila 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Bila is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bila is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bila 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 Bila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bila
Where is Bila located?
Bila village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bila?
Bila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bila?
The pincode of Bila is 364280.
What is the population of Bila?
Bila has a total population of 4,614, including 2,325 males and 2,289 females.
How many households are there in Bila?
There are 789 households in Bila.
What is the literacy rate in Bila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bila is 54.79%. Male literacy is 65.81% and female literacy is 43.60%.