Kilana - Santalpur, Patan
Kilana is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Kilana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilana is 508609. The village covers a total geographical area of 1838.77 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kilana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kilana
As per Census 2011, Kilana village has a total population of 2,271 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,070 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,155 literate and 1,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,271 | 1,201 | 1,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 193 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 1,155 | 715 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 486 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Kilana
Kilana 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 Kilana
Kilana 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 | 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 Radhanpur to Kilana is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Kilana is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kilana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kilana
Where is Kilana located?
Kilana village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilana?
Kilana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kilana?
The pincode of Kilana is 385360.
What is the population of Kilana?
Kilana has a total population of 2,271, including 1,201 males and 1,070 females.
How many households are there in Kilana?
There are 451 households in Kilana.
What is the literacy rate in Kilana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilana is 50.86%. Male literacy is 59.53% and female literacy is 41.12%.