Sila - Simaria, Chatra
Sila is a village situated in the Simaria subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Chatra, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sila is 349397. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.94 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode.
Sila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sila
As per Census 2011, Sila village has a total population of 1,679 people, consisting of 832 males and 847 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 803 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,679 | 832 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 145 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 175 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 452 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 380 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Sila
Sila is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sila
Sila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Sila is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sila
Where is Sila located?
Sila village is located in Simaria Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sila?
The Gram Panchayat of Sila is Ichak.
What is the pincode of Sila?
The pincode of Sila is 825103.
What is the population of Sila?
Sila has a total population of 1,679, including 832 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Sila?
There are 306 households in Sila.
What is the literacy rate in Sila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sila is 47.83%. Male literacy is 54.33% and female literacy is 41.44%.