Silawan - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Silawan is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Kirola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silawan is 500673. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 473443 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Silawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silawan
According to the 2011 Census, Silawan village had a total population of 363 people, including 195 males and 168 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.53%, with male literacy at 60.53% and female literacy at 38.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 195 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 92 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 103 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Silawan
Silawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhagar | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Kirola | East | 1.84 km |
| Semar Khedi | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Nagriya | North | 2.34 km |
| Nagjhir | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Jagjiwanpur | East | 3.19 km |
| Sindhiyagarh | West | 3.36 km |
| Hinnoda | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Bhopal | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Tori | North | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silawan
Silawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mungaoli, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Silawan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Silawan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silawan
Where is Silawan located?
Silawan village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Silawan is Kirola.
What is the pincode of Silawan?
The pincode of Silawan is 473443.
What is the population of Silawan?
Silawan had a total population of 363, including 195 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Silawan?
Silawan had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silawan was 50.53%. Male literacy was 60.53% and female literacy was 38.76%.