Silhan

Silhan is a village located in Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sonhaula (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Silhan Khajuria is the gram panchayat of Silhan village.

Silhan has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Silhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silhan is 240357. The village spans a total geographical area of 187 hectares. Colgong is nearest town to Silhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Silhan

Below is a concise population overview of Silhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,671 901 770
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 337 180 157
Scheduled Castes (SC) 514 276 238
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 20 18
Literate Population 756 494 262
Illiterate Population 915 407 508

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silhan village:

  • The total population of Silhan village is around 1,671, including approximately 901 males and 770 females, with a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Silhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silhan village has 514 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Silhan village is about 45.24%, with male literacy at 54.83% and female literacy at 34.03%.
  • There are around 318 households in Silhan village.

Connectivity of Silhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silhan. As per the 2011 stats, Silhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Silhan

Knowing the nearby villages of Silhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silhan.

Amba Sudan Khajuria Sahupara Arazi Rudarpur Bela Tilakpur Mohatiachak Kusapur Barmotar Beldiha Daulatchak Molnochak Maldih

Frequently Asked Questions about Silhan

Where is Silhan located?
Silhan village is situated in Sonhaula Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Silhan is Silhan Khajuria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Silhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silhan is 1,671, with 901 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Silhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silhan village has a total of 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silhan is 45.24%. The male literacy rate is 54.83%, while the female literacy rate is 34.03%.