Filon - Mandvi, Kachchh
Filon is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Nani Virani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Filon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Filon is 507197. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.14 hectares and falls under the 370445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Filon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Filon
As per Census 2011, Filon village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 103 males and 85 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Filon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 103 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Filon
Filon 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 Filon
Filon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Filon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Filon is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Filon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Filon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Filon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Filon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Filon
Where is Filon located?
Filon village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Filon?
The Gram Panchayat of Filon is Nani Virani.
What is the pincode of Filon?
The pincode of Filon is 370445.
What is the population of Filon?
Filon has a total population of 188, including 103 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Filon?
There are 40 households in Filon.
What is the literacy rate in Filon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Filon is 53.72%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 44.71%.