Silwani
Silwani is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Silwani village is also a gram panchayat.
Silwani has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur 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 Silwani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silwani is 490635. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.87 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Silwani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silwani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silwani
Population of Silwani
Below is a concise population overview of Silwani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 399 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 249 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 228 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 171 | 226 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silwani village:
- The total population of Silwani village is around 777, including approximately 399 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Silwani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silwani village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 499 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silwani village is about 48.91%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 40.21%.
- There are around 158 households in Silwani village.
Connectivity of Silwani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silwani. As per the 2011 stats, Silwani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silwani
Knowing the nearby villages of Silwani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silwani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silwani
- Where is Silwani located?
- Silwani village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silwani?
- Silwani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Silwani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silwani is 777, with 399 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Silwani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silwani village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silwani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silwani is 48.91%. The male literacy rate is 57.14%, while the female literacy rate is 40.21%.