Silaunja

Silaunja is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bakraur is the gram panchayat of Silaunja village.

Silaunja has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Silaunja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silaunja is 256590. The village spans a total geographical area of 199 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Silaunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Silaunja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,785 908 877
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 373 207 166
Scheduled Castes (SC) 701 350 351
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 872 486 386
Illiterate Population 913 422 491

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

  • The total population of Silaunja village is around 1,785, including approximately 908 males and 877 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 373 children aged 0–6 years in Silaunja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silaunja village has 701 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Silaunja village is about 48.85%, with male literacy at 53.52% and female literacy at 44.01%.
  • There are around 271 households in Silaunja village.

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 5 - 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.

Gothu Sewa Bigha Niman Shivrajpur Hathiar Narkatiya Basari Bataspur Ghogharia Dumri Budhaul

Frequently Asked Questions about Silaunja

Where is Silaunja located?
Silaunja village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silaunja?
The Gram Panchayat of Silaunja is Bakraur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Silaunja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silaunja is 1,785, with 908 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Silaunja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silaunja village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silaunja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silaunja is 48.85%. The male literacy rate is 53.52%, while the female literacy rate is 44.01%.