Silodar - Keshod, Junagadh
Silodar is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Silodar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silodar is 514763. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.14 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Silodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silodar
According to the 2011 Census, Silodar village had a total population of 1,164 people, including 554 males and 610 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.02%, with male literacy at 87.87% and female literacy at 63.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 1,164 | 554 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 105 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 442 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 112 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Silodar
Silodar 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 Silodar
Silodar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Silodar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Silodar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Silodar is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silodar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silodar
Where is Silodar located?
Silodar village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silodar?
Silodar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silodar?
The pincode of Silodar is 362220.
What is the population of Silodar?
Silodar had a total population of 1,164, including 554 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Silodar?
Silodar had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silodar was 75.02%. Male literacy was 87.87% and female literacy was 63.27%.