Sillegaon
Sillegaon is a village located in Gangapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gangapur (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Shilegaon is the gram panchayat of Sillegaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Sillegaon unique in its vibrant Gangapur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Sillegaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sillegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sillegaon is 549209. The village spans a total geographical area of 1289 hectares. Gangapur is nearest town to Sillegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sillegaon
Population of Sillegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sillegaon has a total population of about 3,326, with approximately 1,726 males and 1,600 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 444 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 80. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.93%, with male literacy at about 69.35% and female literacy near 56.00%. There are around 652 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sillegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,326 | 1,726 | 1,600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 253 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 2,093 | 1,197 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 529 | 704 |
Connectivity of Sillegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sillegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sillegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sillegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sillegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sillegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sillegaon
- Where is Sillegaon located?
- Sillegaon village is situated in Gangapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sillegaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sillegaon is Shilegaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sillegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sillegaon is 3,326, with 1,726 males and 1,600 females.
- How many households are there in Sillegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sillegaon village has a total of 652 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sillegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sillegaon is 62.93%. The male literacy rate is 69.35%, while the female literacy rate is 56.00%.