Siloj - Una, Gir Somnath
Siloj is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Una and around 180 km from Junagadh. Siloj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siloj is 515331. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.45 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Siloj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siloj
As per Census 2011, Siloj village has a total population of 1,790 people, consisting of 920 males and 870 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siloj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 920 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 578 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 342 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Siloj
Siloj 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 Siloj
Public transport in the Siloj is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Siloj.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Siloj is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Siloj is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siloj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siloj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siloj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siloj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siloj
Where is Siloj located?
Siloj village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siloj?
Siloj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siloj?
The pincode of Siloj is 362560.
What is the population of Siloj?
Siloj has a total population of 1,790, including 920 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Siloj?
There are 335 households in Siloj.
What is the literacy rate in Siloj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siloj is 51.28%. Male literacy is 62.83% and female literacy is 39.08%.