Silra - Narwar, Shivpuri
Silra is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Silra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silra is 455559. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.05 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Silra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silra
As per Census 2011, Silra village has a total population of 1,431 people, consisting of 790 males and 641 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 716 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 832 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,431 | 790 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 129 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 832 | 468 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 459 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 331 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Silra
Silra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barsodi | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Turkini | North | 2.40 km |
| Chandora | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Phoolpur Karera | West | 3.31 km |
| Nekora | East | 3.40 km |
| Toda Pamar | East | 4.29 km |
| Samuha | South | 4.42 km |
| Fatehpur | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Dihayala | North | 4.60 km |
| Ronija | North | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silra
Public transport in the Silra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narwar to Silra is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Silra is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silra
Where is Silra located?
Silra village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silra?
Silra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silra?
The pincode of Silra is 473880.
What is the population of Silra?
Silra has a total population of 1,431, including 790 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Silra?
There are 273 households in Silra.
What is the literacy rate in Silra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silra is 50.03%. Male literacy is 58.10% and female literacy is 40.09%.