Silegaon

Silegaon is a village located in Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tumsar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Silegaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Silegaon has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara 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 Silegaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silegaon is 536725. The village spans a total geographical area of 490.58 hectares. Tumsar is nearest town to Silegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Silegaon

Below is a concise population overview of Silegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,047 1,007 1,040
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 214 102 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 55 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 75 38 37
Literate Population 1,497 821 676
Illiterate Population 550 186 364

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silegaon village:

  • The total population of Silegaon village is around 2,047, including approximately 1,007 males and 1,040 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 214 children aged 0–6 years in Silegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Silegaon village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 75 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Silegaon village is about 73.13%, with male literacy at 81.53% and female literacy at 65.00%.
  • There are around 446 households in Silegaon village.

Connectivity of Silegaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Silegaon 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Silegaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Silegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silegaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Silegaon

Where is Silegaon located?
Silegaon village is situated in Tumsar Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silegaon?
Silegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Silegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silegaon is 2,047, with 1,007 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Silegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silegaon village has a total of 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silegaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silegaon is 73.13%. The male literacy rate is 81.53%, while the female literacy rate is 65.00%.