Silkheda
About Silkheda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Silkheda village is 482745. Silkheda village is located in Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Silkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 972.76 hectares. Silkheda has a total population of 1,457 peoples, out of which male population is 804 while female population is 653. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 812 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of silkheda village is 59.92% out of which 69.90% males and 47.63% females are literate. There are about 225 houses in silkheda village.
When it comes to administration, Silkheda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Silkheda village comes under Sehore Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency. Bhopal is nearest town to silkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
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Population of Silkheda
The population details of Silkheda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,457 | 804 | 653 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 255 | 145 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 260 | 142 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 873 | 562 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 242 | 342 |
Connectivity of Silkheda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Silkheda
Where is Silkheda located?
Silkheda village is situated in Shyampur Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silkheda?
Silkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Silkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silkheda is 1,457, with 804 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Silkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silkheda village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silkheda is 59.92%. The male literacy rate is 69.90%, while the female literacy rate is 47.63%.