Silawali - Porsa, Morena
Silawali is a village situated in the Porsa tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porsa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Silawali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silawali is 452055. The village covers a total geographical area of 1316 hectares and falls under the 476115 pincode. Porsa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silawali
As per Census 2011, Silawali village has a total population of 4,545 people, consisting of 2,426 males and 2,119 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 703 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,045 literate and 1,500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,545 | 2,426 | 2,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 390 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 190 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 3,045 | 1,778 | 1,267 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,500 | 648 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Silawali
Silawali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhorra | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Kuraitha | West | 2.94 km |
| Lalpura | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Nagra Porsa | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Tehara | South | 3.74 km |
| Dondari | South | 4.53 km |
| Bahorpura | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Kundauna | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Bhadawali | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Zebara | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silawali
Silawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soni, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 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 Porsa to Silawali is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Silawali is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silawali 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 Silawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silawali 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silawali
Where is Silawali located?
Silawali village is located in Porsa Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silawali?
Silawali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silawali?
The pincode of Silawali is 476115.
What is the population of Silawali?
Silawali has a total population of 4,545, including 2,426 males and 2,119 females.
How many households are there in Silawali?
There are 697 households in Silawali.
What is the literacy rate in Silawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silawali is 67.00%. Male literacy is 73.29% and female literacy is 59.79%.