Shil - Mangrol, Junagadh
Shil is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Shil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shil is 514803. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053.16 hectares and falls under the 362240 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shil 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 Shil
As per Census 2011, Shil village has a total population of 7,011 people, consisting of 3,588 males and 3,423 females. The village has 1,385 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 786 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,605 literate and 2,406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 620 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,011 | 3,588 | 3,423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 786 | 397 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 307 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 77 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 4,605 | 2,626 | 1,979 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,406 | 962 | 1,444 |
Nearby Villages of Shil
Shil 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 Shil
Shil 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Shil is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Shil is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shil 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 Shil
Where is Shil located?
Shil village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shil?
Shil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shil?
The pincode of Shil is 362240.
What is the population of Shil?
Shil has a total population of 7,011, including 3,588 males and 3,423 females.
How many households are there in Shil?
There are 1,385 households in Shil.
What is the literacy rate in Shil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shil is 65.68%. Male literacy is 73.19% and female literacy is 57.81%.