Silat - Attabira, Bargarh
Silat is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Silet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silat is 380857. The village covers a total geographical area of 1578 hectares and falls under the 768111 pincode. Burla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Silat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silat
According to the 2011 Census, Silat village had a total population of 4,374 people, including 2,200 males and 2,174 females, living in 1,108 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.17%, with male literacy at 77.47% and female literacy at 60.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 974, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,150.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,374 | 2,200 | 2,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 234 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 974 | 493 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,150 | 578 | 572 |
| Literate Population | 2,695 | 1,523 | 1,172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,679 | 677 | 1,002 |
Nearby Villages of Silat
Silat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhemsa | West | 2.75 km |
| Jangod | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Tupapara | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Lahanda | East | 4.39 km |
| Nuabatimunda | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Pithaputal | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Haldi | West | 5.04 km |
| Larasara | South | 5.20 km |
| Kuketira | West | 5.92 km |
| Singhpali | South-West | 7.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silat
Silat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godbhaga, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Burla to Silat is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Silat is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silat
Where is Silat located?
Silat village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silat?
The Gram Panchayat of Silat is Silet.
What is the pincode of Silat?
The pincode of Silat is 768111.
What is the population of Silat?
Silat had a total population of 4,374, including 2,200 males and 2,174 females.
How many households are there in Silat?
Silat had 1,108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silat was 69.17%. Male literacy was 77.47% and female literacy was 60.73%.