Silegaon
Silegaon is a village located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Silegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Silegaon has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya 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 537663. The village spans a total geographical area of 331.59 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Silegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Silegaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silegaon
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,508 | 772 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 173 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 668 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 104 | 168 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Silegaon village:
- The total population of Silegaon village is around 1,508, including approximately 772 males and 736 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Silegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Silegaon village has 329 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 47 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Silegaon village is about 81.96%, with male literacy at 86.53% and female literacy at 77.17%.
- There are around 352 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya 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 1,508, with 772 males and 736 females.
- How many households are there in Silegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silegaon village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silegaon is 81.96%. The male literacy rate is 86.53%, while the female literacy rate is 77.17%.