Silon - Rajnagar, Chhatarpur
Silon is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Silon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silon is 458045. The village covers a total geographical area of 1795.62 hectares and falls under the 471101 pincode. Khajuraho is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Silon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silon
As per Census 2011, Silon village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 463 males and 371 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 801 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 440 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 463 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 285 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 178 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Silon
Silon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bardwaha | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Karodiya | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Ranguwa | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Bhusor | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Gangwaha | North | 4.84 km |
| Seja | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Jhamtuli | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Imalha | North-East | 5.67 km |
| Bansarai | North | 7.03 km |
| Majhgawan | North-East | 7.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silon
Silon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khajuraho, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khajuraho to Silon is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Silon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Silon
Where is Silon located?
Silon village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silon?
Silon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silon?
The pincode of Silon is 471101.
What is the population of Silon?
Silon has a total population of 834, including 463 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Silon?
There are 220 households in Silon.
What is the literacy rate in Silon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silon is 52.76%. Male literacy is 61.56% and female literacy is 41.78%.