Silar - Deo, Aurangabad
Silar is a village situated in the Deo subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deo and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Pawai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silar is 254311. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 824202 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Silar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aurangabad Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Silar
As per Census 2011, Silar village has a total population of 890 people, consisting of 478 males and 412 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 604 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 | 478 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 223 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 347 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 131 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Silar
Silar 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 Silar
Silar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Silar.
| 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 Aurangabad to Silar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silar
Where is Silar located?
Silar village is located in Deo Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silar?
The Gram Panchayat of Silar is Pawai.
What is the pincode of Silar?
The pincode of Silar is 824202.
What is the population of Silar?
Silar has a total population of 890, including 478 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Silar?
There are 134 households in Silar.
What is the literacy rate in Silar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silar is 67.87%. Male literacy is 72.59% and female literacy is 62.38%.