Silasuan - Remuna, Balasore
Silasuan is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Remuna and around 14 km from Baleshwar. Gududa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silasuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silasuan is 393019. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 756019 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Silasuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silasuan
As per Census 2011, Silasuan village has a total population of 1,277 people, consisting of 646 males and 631 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 478 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silasuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,277 | 646 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 171 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 236 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 432 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 214 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Silasuan
Silasuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahada | West | 0.88 km |
| Nachhipur | East | 0.88 km |
| Gududa | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Mundigan | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Isupur | North | 1.44 km |
| Dakhinapal | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Mundigandian Chak | West | 1.54 km |
| Chhachina | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Kasimpur | East | 1.74 km |
| Naigopalpur | South-West | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silasuan
Silasuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikirapal Halt, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.5 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 Remuna to Silasuan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Silasuan is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silasuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silasuan 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 Silasuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silasuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silasuan
Where is Silasuan located?
Silasuan village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silasuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Silasuan is Gududa.
What is the pincode of Silasuan?
The pincode of Silasuan is 756019.
What is the population of Silasuan?
Silasuan has a total population of 1,277, including 646 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Silasuan?
There are 327 households in Silasuan.
What is the literacy rate in Silasuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silasuan is 58.89%. Male literacy is 66.87% and female literacy is 50.71%.