Silaunja
Silaunja is a village located in Belaganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Belaganj (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Lodipur is the gram panchayat of Silaunja village.
Here you can discover what makes Silaunja unique in its vibrant Belaganj-Gaya region. You’ll see Silaunja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Silaunja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silaunja is 254939. The village spans a total geographical area of 564 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 804403. Gaya is nearest town to Silaunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Silaunja
Population of Silaunja
According to the 2011 Census, Silaunja has a total population of about 6,891, with approximately 3,540 males and 3,351 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,723 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.37%, with male literacy at about 58.25% and female literacy near 44.11%. There are around 1,082 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silaunja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,891 | 3,540 | 3,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,231 | 638 | 593 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,723 | 870 | 853 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,540 | 2,062 | 1,478 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,351 | 1,478 | 1,873 |
Connectivity of Silaunja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silaunja. As per the 2011 stats, Silaunja 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silaunja
Knowing the nearby villages of Silaunja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silaunja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silaunja
- Where is Silaunja located?
- Silaunja village is situated in Belaganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silaunja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silaunja is Lodipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silaunja?
- The pincode of Silaunja is 804403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silaunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silaunja is 6,891, with 3,540 males and 3,351 females.
- How many households are there in Silaunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silaunja village has a total of 1,082 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silaunja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silaunja is 51.37%. The male literacy rate is 58.25%, while the female literacy rate is 44.11%.