Gilund - Railmagra, Rajsamand
Gilund is a village situated in the Railmagra tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Railmagra and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Gilund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gilund is 097192. The village covers a total geographical area of 2627 hectares and falls under the 313207 pincode. Kapasan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gilund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajsamand Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gilund
As per Census 2011, Gilund village has a total population of 6,875 people, consisting of 3,449 males and 3,426 females. The village has 1,445 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 854 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,894 literate and 2,981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,817 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gilund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,875 | 3,449 | 3,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 854 | 458 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,817 | 888 | 929 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 3,894 | 2,424 | 1,470 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,981 | 1,025 | 1,956 |
Nearby Villages of Gilund
Gilund is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhmipura | West | 2.35 km |
| Kolpura | East | 2.52 km |
| Damodarpura | West | 2.92 km |
| Chhatarikhera | West | 3.60 km |
| Surajpura | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Sejgariya | South | 4.10 km |
| Sanwalpura | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Jagpura | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Gangas | North | 4.41 km |
| Kundiya | East | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gilund
Public transport in the Gilund is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kapasan, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kapasan to Gilund is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Gilund is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gilund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gilund 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gilund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gilund 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gilund
Where is Gilund located?
Gilund village is located in Railmagra Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gilund?
Gilund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gilund?
The pincode of Gilund is 313207.
What is the population of Gilund?
Gilund has a total population of 6,875, including 3,449 males and 3,426 females.
How many households are there in Gilund?
There are 1,445 households in Gilund.
What is the literacy rate in Gilund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gilund is 56.64%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 42.91%.