Biliya - Morvi, Morbi
Biliya is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Morvi and around 85 km from Rajkot. Biliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biliya is 512683. The village covers a total geographical area of 1081.57 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Biliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biliya
According to the 2011 Census, Biliya village had a total population of 1,235 people, including 644 males and 591 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.04%, with male literacy at 89.30% and female literacy at 69.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,235 | 644 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 526 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 118 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Biliya
Biliya 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 Biliya
Biliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Biliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Maliya to Biliya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Biliya is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Biliya
Where is Biliya located?
Biliya village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biliya?
Biliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biliya?
The pincode of Biliya is 363641.
What is the population of Biliya?
Biliya had a total population of 1,235, including 644 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Biliya?
Biliya had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biliya was 80.04%. Male literacy was 89.30% and female literacy was 69.79%.