Suliya - Kaprada, Valsad
Suliya is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Suliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suliya is 523635. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.34 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Suliya 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 Suliya
According to the 2011 Census, Suliya village had a total population of 1,943 people, including 979 males and 964 females, living in 333 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.76%, with male literacy at 54.41% and female literacy at 38.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,943.
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 | 1,943 | 979 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 174 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,943 | 979 | 964 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 438 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 541 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Suliya
Suliya 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 Suliya
Suliya 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 Selvas to Suliya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Suliya is about 108 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 Suliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Suliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suliya
Where is Suliya located?
Suliya village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suliya?
Suliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suliya?
The pincode of Suliya is 396067.
What is the population of Suliya?
Suliya had a total population of 1,943, including 979 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Suliya?
Suliya had 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suliya was 46.76%. Male literacy was 54.41% and female literacy was 38.90%.