Silkuwa

Silkuwa is a village located in Dahi tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Dahi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Silkua is the gram panchayat of Silkuwa village.

Silkuwa has its own place in the vibrant Dhar 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 Silkuwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silkuwa is 475548. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.77 hectares. Kukshi is nearest town to Silkuwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Silkuwa

Below is a concise population overview of Silkuwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,164 1,099 1,065
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 349 189 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 272 143 129
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 977 500 477
Literate Population 1,302 763 539
Illiterate Population 862 336 526

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silkuwa village:

  • The total population of Silkuwa village is around 2,164, including approximately 1,099 males and 1,065 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 349 children aged 0–6 years in Silkuwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silkuwa village has 272 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 977 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Silkuwa village is about 60.17%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 50.61%.
  • There are around 491 households in Silkuwa village.

Connectivity of Silkuwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silkuwa. As per the 2011 stats, Silkuwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Silkuwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Silkuwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silkuwa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Silkuwa

Where is Silkuwa located?
Silkuwa village is situated in Dahi Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silkuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Silkuwa is Silkua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Silkuwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silkuwa is 2,164, with 1,099 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Silkuwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silkuwa village has a total of 491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkuwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silkuwa is 60.17%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 50.61%.