Silwa

Silwa is a village located in Bhatapara tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatapara (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Silwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Silwa has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 Silwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silwa is 443662. The village spans a total geographical area of 553.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493118. Bhatapara is nearest town to Silwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Silwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 972 474 498
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 154 66 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 542 257 285
Literate Population 515 310 205
Illiterate Population 457 164 293

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

  • The total population of Silwa village is around 972, including approximately 474 males and 498 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Silwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silwa village has 542 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Silwa village is about 52.98%, with male literacy at 65.40% and female literacy at 41.16%.
  • There are around 189 households in Silwa village.

Connectivity of Silwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silwa. As per the 2011 stats, Silwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Silwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Silwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silwa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Silwa

Where is Silwa located?
Silwa village is situated in Bhatapara Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silwa?
Silwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Silwa?
The pincode of Silwa is 493118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Silwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silwa is 972, with 474 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Silwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silwa village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silwa is 52.98%. The male literacy rate is 65.40%, while the female literacy rate is 41.16%.