Silet
Silet is a village located in Saur Bazar subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Saur Bazar (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Saur Bazar is the gram panchayat of Silet village.
Here you can discover what makes Silet unique in its vibrant Saur Bazar-Saharsa region. You’ll see Silet’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 Silet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silet is 226466. The village spans a total geographical area of 1017 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852221. Saharsa is nearest town to Silet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Silet
Population of Silet
According to the 2011 Census, Silet has a total population of about 6,940, with approximately 3,625 males and 3,315 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,595 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.74%, with male literacy at about 43.78% and female literacy near 24.86%. There are around 1,264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,940 | 3,625 | 3,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,595 | 806 | 789 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,496 | 758 | 738 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,411 | 1,587 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,529 | 2,038 | 2,491 |
Connectivity of Silet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silet. As per the 2011 stats, Silet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silet
Knowing the nearby villages of Silet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silet
- Where is Silet located?
- Silet village is situated in Saur Bazar Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silet is Saur Bazar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silet?
- The pincode of Silet is 852221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silet is 6,940, with 3,625 males and 3,315 females.
- How many households are there in Silet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silet village has a total of 1,264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silet is 34.74%. The male literacy rate is 43.78%, while the female literacy rate is 24.86%.