Silgaon
Silgaon is a village located in Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chandla (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chhati Bamhauri is the gram panchayat of Silgaon village.
Silgaon has its own place in the vibrant Chhatarpur 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 Silgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silgaon is 457640. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.63 hectares. Chandla is nearest town to Silgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silgaon
Population of Silgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Silgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 373 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 285 | 190 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 183 | 254 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silgaon village:
- The total population of Silgaon village is around 722, including approximately 373 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Silgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silgaon village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Silgaon village is about 39.47%, with male literacy at 50.94% and female literacy at 27.22%.
- There are around 190 households in Silgaon village.
Connectivity of Silgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Silgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Silgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silgaon
- Where is Silgaon located?
- Silgaon village is situated in Chandla Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silgaon is Chhati Bamhauri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Silgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silgaon is 722, with 373 males and 349 females.
- How many households are there in Silgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silgaon village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silgaon is 39.47%. The male literacy rate is 50.94%, while the female literacy rate is 27.22%.