Shale - Nizar, Tapi
Shale is a village situated in the Nizar taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Sarvale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shale is 524490. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.42 hectares and falls under the 394370 pincode. Nandarbar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Shale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shale
As per Census 2011, Shale village has a total population of 13,149 people, consisting of 6,553 males and 6,596 females. The village has 2,955 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,647 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,939 literate and 6,210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10,977 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,149 | 6,553 | 6,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,647 | 874 | 773 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10,977 | 5,436 | 5,541 |
| Literate Population | 6,939 | 4,035 | 2,904 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,210 | 2,518 | 3,692 |
Nearby Villages of Shale
Shale 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 Shale
Shale 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 Nandarbar to Shale is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Shale is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shale 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 Shale
Where is Shale located?
Shale village is located in Nizar Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shale?
The Gram Panchayat of Shale is Sarvale.
What is the pincode of Shale?
The pincode of Shale is 394370.
What is the population of Shale?
Shale has a total population of 13,149, including 6,553 males and 6,596 females.
How many households are there in Shale?
There are 2,955 households in Shale.
What is the literacy rate in Shale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shale is 52.77%. Male literacy is 61.57% and female literacy is 44.03%.