Silota - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Silota is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Silauta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silota is 164447. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.48 hectares and falls under the 225205 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Silota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silota
As per Census 2011, Silota village has a total population of 1,803 people, consisting of 972 males and 831 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,803 | 972 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 168 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 202 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 527 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 445 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Silota
Silota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodhpurwa | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Sondhawa | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Chak Sirkauli | North | 1.22 km |
| Bahlolpur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Maraucha | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Nathnapur | West | 1.66 km |
| Jalpapur | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Chachari | North | 1.96 km |
| Chauhanpur | East | 2.05 km |
| Sirkali | North | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silota
Public transport in the Silota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Silota is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Silota is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Silota
Where is Silota located?
Silota village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silota?
The Gram Panchayat of Silota is Silauta.
What is the pincode of Silota?
The pincode of Silota is 225205.
What is the population of Silota?
Silota has a total population of 1,803, including 972 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Silota?
There are 343 households in Silota.
What is the literacy rate in Silota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silota is 46.92%. Male literacy is 54.22% and female literacy is 38.39%.