Shetrana - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Shetrana is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Shetrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shetrana is 516719. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.01 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Shetrana 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 Shetrana
According to the 2011 Census, Shetrana village had a total population of 1,268 people, including 650 males and 618 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.87%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 37.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 1,268 | 650 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 449 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 201 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Shetrana
Shetrana 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 Shetrana
Shetrana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Shetrana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Shetrana is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shetrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shetrana 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 Shetrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shetrana 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 Shetrana
Where is Shetrana located?
Shetrana village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shetrana?
Shetrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shetrana?
The pincode of Shetrana is 364290.
What is the population of Shetrana?
Shetrana had a total population of 1,268, including 650 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Shetrana?
Shetrana had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shetrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shetrana was 59.87%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 37.60%.