Silwa - Nokha, Bikaner
Silwa is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Silva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silwa is 069684. The village covers a total geographical area of 1315.47 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Silwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silwa
As per Census 2011, Silwa village has a total population of 2,132 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,006 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 1,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,132 | 1,126 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 244 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,548 | 790 | 758 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 505 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,404 | 621 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Silwa
Silwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lilka | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Moolwas | North | 3.60 km |
| Bandhra | South | 3.74 km |
| Khariya | East | 4.39 km |
| Dawa | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Taant | South-West | 6.52 km |
| Karnetpura | South-East | 6.67 km |
| Shribalaji | East | 7.42 km |
| Kedli | South | 7.90 km |
| Hanmannagar | South-East | 7.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silwa
Silwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shri Balaji, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Silwa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Silwa is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silwa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Silwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silwa
Where is Silwa located?
Silwa village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Silwa is Silva.
What is the pincode of Silwa?
The pincode of Silwa is 334803.
What is the population of Silwa?
Silwa has a total population of 2,132, including 1,126 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Silwa?
There are 387 households in Silwa.
What is the literacy rate in Silwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silwa is 34.15%. Male literacy is 44.85% and female literacy is 22.17%.