Silegaon - Tumsar, Bhandara
Silegaon is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Silegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silegaon is 536725. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.58 hectares and falls under the 441915 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silegaon
As per Census 2011, Silegaon village has a total population of 2,047 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 1,040 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,497 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Silegaon
Silegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machchhera | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Ranera | West | 1.71 km |
| Wahani | East | 2.05 km |
| Sihora | North | 2.59 km |
| Rengepar | South | 2.80 km |
| Hardoli (sihora) | West | 3.28 km |
| Rupera | West | 3.40 km |
| Karkapur | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Wangi | East | 3.43 km |
| Sindpuri | North | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silegaon
Silegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundikota, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Silegaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Silegaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silegaon 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 Silegaon
Where is Silegaon located?
Silegaon village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silegaon?
Silegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silegaon?
The pincode of Silegaon is 441915.
What is the population of Silegaon?
Silegaon has a total population of 2,047, including 1,007 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Silegaon?
There are 446 households in Silegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Silegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silegaon is 73.13%. Male literacy is 81.53% and female literacy is 65.00%.