Silra
Silra is a village located in Jainagar subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jainagar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Selra is the gram panchayat of Silra village.
Silra has its own place in the vibrant Madhubani 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 Silra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silra is 219946. The village spans a total geographical area of 688.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847226. Jainagar is nearest town to Silra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Silra
Population of Silra
Below is a concise population overview of Silra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,629 | 3,500 | 3,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,180 | 617 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,611 | 819 | 792 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,575 | 2,222 | 1,353 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,054 | 1,278 | 1,776 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silra village:
- The total population of Silra village is around 6,629, including approximately 3,500 males and 3,129 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,180 children aged 0–6 years in Silra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silra village has 1,611 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silra village is about 53.93%, with male literacy at 63.49% and female literacy at 43.24%.
- There are around 1,343 households in Silra village.
Connectivity of Silra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silra. As per the 2011 stats, Silra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silra
Knowing the nearby villages of Silra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silra
- Where is Silra located?
- Silra village is situated in Jainagar Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silra is Selra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silra?
- The pincode of Silra is 847226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silra is 6,629, with 3,500 males and 3,129 females.
- How many households are there in Silra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silra village has a total of 1,343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silra is 53.93%. The male literacy rate is 63.49%, while the female literacy rate is 43.24%.