Silauta - Mahasi, Bahraich
Silauta is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Dharehara Nakdilpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silauta is 171848. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.36 hectares and falls under the 271902 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Silauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silauta
According to the 2011 Census, Silauta village had a total population of 675 people, including 378 males and 297 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.25%, with male literacy at 53.04% and female literacy at 30.21%.
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 | 675 | 378 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 166 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 212 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Silauta
Silauta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darayapur Kalan | West | 0.96 km |
| Churwalia | South | 1.49 km |
| Darayapur Khurd | West | 1.56 km |
| Gharehara Nakdilpur | East | 1.64 km |
| Baundi | North | 1.99 km |
| Ratanpur | North | 2.20 km |
| Gujauli Kala | East | 2.77 km |
| Atodar | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Tulapur | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Behata Churamane | South-East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silauta
Silauta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bahraich to Silauta is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silauta 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silauta 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silauta
Where is Silauta located?
Silauta village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Silauta is Dharehara Nakdilpur.
What is the pincode of Silauta?
The pincode of Silauta is 271902.
What is the population of Silauta?
Silauta had a total population of 675, including 378 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Silauta?
Silauta had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silauta was 43.25%. Male literacy was 53.04% and female literacy was 30.21%.