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.

Here you can discover what makes Silegaon unique in its vibrant Goregaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Silegaon’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 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.

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Population of Silegaon

According to the 2011 Census, Silegaon has a total population of about 1,508, with approximately 772 males and 736 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.96%, with male literacy at about 86.53% and female literacy near 77.17%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.