Silaha - Jawa, Rewa
Silaha is a village situated in the Jawa tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Sitalaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silaha is 465358. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.63 hectares and falls under the 486556 pincode. Teonthar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silaha
As per Census 2011, Silaha village has a total population of 2,337 people, consisting of 1,215 males and 1,122 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,401 literate and 936 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,337 | 1,215 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 190 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 210 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 846 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 369 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Silaha
Silaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mrigshikarinpurwa | South | 1.77 km |
| Jhalwa | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Basuar | East | 2.29 km |
| Bhakarwar | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Pathrauda | North | 2.37 km |
| Nagma | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Khatika | West | 3.02 km |
| Jawa | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Tejnaha | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Bhungaon | North-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silaha
Silaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kataiya Dandi, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Teonthar to Silaha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Silaha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Silaha
Where is Silaha located?
Silaha village is located in Jawa Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Silaha is Sitalaha.
What is the pincode of Silaha?
The pincode of Silaha is 486556.
What is the population of Silaha?
Silaha has a total population of 2,337, including 1,215 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Silaha?
There are 524 households in Silaha.
What is the literacy rate in Silaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silaha is 59.95%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 49.47%.