Silauta - Shambhuganj, Banka
Silauta is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Baidpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silauta is 240445. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Silauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silauta
As per Census 2011, Silauta village has a total population of 1,468 people, consisting of 786 males and 682 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 838 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silauta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 786 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 145 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 126 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 515 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 271 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Silauta
Silauta 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 Silauta
Silauta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sultanganj to Silauta is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Silauta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silauta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silauta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silauta
Where is Silauta located?
Silauta village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Silauta is Baidpur.
What is the pincode of Silauta?
The pincode of Silauta is 813211.
What is the population of Silauta?
Silauta has a total population of 1,468, including 786 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Silauta?
There are 271 households in Silauta.
What is the literacy rate in Silauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silauta is 57.08%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 47.36%.