Silgaon - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Silgaon is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Chhati Bamhauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silgaon is 457640. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.63 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Silgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silgaon
As per Census 2011, Silgaon village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 373 males and 349 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 373 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 190 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 183 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Silgaon
Silgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pawai | South | 1.51 km |
| Kharaba | East | 1.96 km |
| Chhati Bamhori | West | 2.07 km |
| Kamalpurwa | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Pukhraha | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Tikari | South | 3.41 km |
| Parsendi | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Ranipur | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Bishankhera | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Gumanpur | East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silgaon
Silgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Silgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Silgaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silgaon
Where is Silgaon located?
Silgaon village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Silgaon is Chhati Bamhauri.
What is the pincode of Silgaon?
The pincode of Silgaon is 471525.
What is the population of Silgaon?
Silgaon has a total population of 722, including 373 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Silgaon?
There are 190 households in Silgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Silgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silgaon is 39.47%. Male literacy is 50.94% and female literacy is 27.22%.