Bilitha - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Bilitha is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Bilitha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilitha is 518392. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.03 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bilitha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilitha
As per Census 2011, Bilitha village has a total population of 3,204 people, consisting of 1,656 males and 1,548 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,847 literate and 1,357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilitha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,204 | 1,656 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 255 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,847 | 1,138 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,357 | 518 | 839 |
Nearby Villages of Bilitha
Bilitha 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 Bilitha
Public transport in the Bilitha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shehera to Bilitha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Bilitha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilitha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilitha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilitha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilitha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilitha
Where is Bilitha located?
Bilitha village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilitha?
Bilitha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilitha?
The pincode of Bilitha is 389210.
What is the population of Bilitha?
Bilitha has a total population of 3,204, including 1,656 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Bilitha?
There are 649 households in Bilitha.
What is the literacy rate in Bilitha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilitha is 57.65%. Male literacy is 68.72% and female literacy is 45.80%.