Silon Khurd
Silon Khurd is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Silon Khurd village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Silon Khurd unique in its vibrant Ludhiana East-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Silon Khurd’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 Silon Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silon Khurd is 033514. The village spans a total geographical area of 211 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141206. Sahnewal is nearest town to Silon Khurd village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Silon Khurd 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 Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Silon Khurd
Population of Silon Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Silon Khurd has a total population of about 818, with approximately 440 males and 378 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 207 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.17%, with male literacy at about 72.95% and female literacy near 66.93%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silon Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 574 | 321 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 119 | 125 |
Connectivity of Silon Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silon Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Silon Khurd had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silon Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Silon Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silon Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silon Khurd
- Where is Silon Khurd located?
- Silon Khurd village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silon Khurd?
- Silon Khurd serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Silon Khurd?
- The pincode of Silon Khurd is 141206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silon Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silon Khurd is 818, with 440 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Silon Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silon Khurd village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silon Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silon Khurd is 70.17%. The male literacy rate is 72.95%, while the female literacy rate is 66.93%.