Silota Khurd - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Silota Khurd is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Silotakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silota Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silota Khurd is 495426. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.24 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Silota Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silota Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Silota Khurd village had a total population of 277 people, including 138 males and 139 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.15%, with male literacy at 85.59% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 277 | 138 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 105 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 101 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 37 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Silota Khurd
Silota Khurd 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 Silota Khurd
Silota Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Silota Khurd is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silota Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silota Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Silota Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silota Khurd 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 Silota Khurd
Where is Silota Khurd located?
Silota Khurd village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silota Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Silota Khurd is Silotakala.
What is the pincode of Silota Khurd?
The pincode of Silota Khurd is 480111.
What is the population of Silota Khurd?
Silota Khurd had a total population of 277, including 138 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Silota Khurd?
Silota Khurd had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silota Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silota Khurd was 72.15%. Male literacy was 85.59% and female literacy was 58.82%.