Silwani - Pindwara, Sirohi
Silwani is a village situated in the Pindwara tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindwara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Nandiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silwani is 090067. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 307022 pincode. Pindwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silwani
According to the 2011 Census, Silwani village had a total population of 366 people, including 191 males and 175 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.81%, with male literacy at 69.51% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 366 | 191 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 114 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 77 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Silwani
Silwani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Silwani
Silwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pindwara to Silwani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Silwani is about 20 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 Silwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silwani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silwani
Where is Silwani located?
Silwani village is located in Pindwara Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Silwani is Nandiya.
What is the pincode of Silwani?
The pincode of Silwani is 307022.
What is the population of Silwani?
Silwani had a total population of 366, including 191 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Silwani?
Silwani had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silwani was 59.81%. Male literacy was 69.51% and female literacy was 48.98%.