Silon Khurd - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Silon Khurd is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Silon Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silon Khurd is 033514. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 141206 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Silon Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silon Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Silon Khurd village had a total population of 818 people, including 440 males and 378 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.31%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 73.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 207.
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 | 818 | 440 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 117 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 321 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 119 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Silon Khurd
Silon Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silon Kalan | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Bhutta | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Paddi | North | 2.14 km |
| Lapran | South | 2.38 km |
| Giddari | East | 3.01 km |
| Mukandpur | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Bir Katari | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Doburji | East | 3.88 km |
| Bilaspur | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Khanpur | North-West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silon Khurd
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Silon Khurd. The nearest railway station is Sanahwal, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Silon Khurd is about 25 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 Silon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silon Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silon Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silon Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silon Khurd
Where is Silon Khurd located?
Silon Khurd village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silon Khurd?
Silon Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silon Khurd?
The pincode of Silon Khurd is 141206.
What is the population of Silon Khurd?
Silon Khurd had a total population of 818, including 440 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Silon Khurd?
Silon Khurd had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silon Khurd was 78.31%. Male literacy was 82.10% and female literacy was 73.98%.