Sildad - Niwali, Barwani
Sildad is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Sildad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sildad is 478541. The village covers a total geographical area of 619.15 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sildad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sildad
According to the 2011 Census, Sildad village had a total population of 1,463 people, including 733 males and 730 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.64%, with male literacy at 41.25% and female literacy at 29.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,253.
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 | 1,463 | 733 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 139 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 116 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,253 | 617 | 636 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 245 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,046 | 488 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Sildad
Sildad 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 Sildad
Public transport in the Sildad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sendhwa to Sildad is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Sildad is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sildad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sildad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sildad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sildad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sildad
Where is Sildad located?
Sildad village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sildad?
Sildad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sildad?
The pincode of Sildad is 451666.
What is the population of Sildad?
Sildad had a total population of 1,463, including 733 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Sildad?
Sildad had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sildad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sildad was 35.64%. Male literacy was 41.25% and female literacy was 29.86%.