Silhan
About Silhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Silhan village is 240357. Silhan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 187 hectares. Silhan has a total population of 1,671 peoples, out of which male population is 901 while female population is 770. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 854 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of silhan village is 45.24% out of which 54.83% males and 34.03% females are literate. There are about 318 houses in silhan village.
Colgong is nearest town to silhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Silhan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 901 | 770 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 |
Connectivity of Silhan
| 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 |
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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%.