Sildha - Kaprada, Valsad
Sildha is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Sildha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sildha is 523581. The village covers a total geographical area of 2015.52 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sildha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sildha
As per Census 2011, Sildha village has a total population of 5,066 people, consisting of 2,525 males and 2,541 females. The village has 806 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,005 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,605 literate and 3,461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,028 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sildha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,066 | 2,525 | 2,541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,005 | 511 | 494 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,028 | 2,506 | 2,522 |
| Literate Population | 1,605 | 920 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,461 | 1,605 | 1,856 |
Nearby Villages of Sildha
Sildha 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 Sildha
Sildha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dharampur to Sildha is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Sildha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sildha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sildha 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 Sildha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sildha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sildha
Where is Sildha located?
Sildha village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sildha?
Sildha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sildha?
The pincode of Sildha is 396067.
What is the population of Sildha?
Sildha has a total population of 5,066, including 2,525 males and 2,541 females.
How many households are there in Sildha?
There are 806 households in Sildha.
What is the literacy rate in Sildha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sildha is 31.68%. Male literacy is 36.44% and female literacy is 26.96%.