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
According to the 2011 Census, Filon village had a total population of 188 people, including 103 males and 85 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.92%, with male literacy at 73.26% and female literacy at 52.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 188 | 103 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 188, including 103 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Filon?
Filon had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Filon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Filon was 63.92%. Male literacy was 73.26% and female literacy was 52.78%.