Silhaur - Ramsanehighat, Bara Banki
Silhaur is a village situated in the Ramsanehighat tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsanehighat and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Silhaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silhaur is 165268. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.3 hectares and falls under the 225416 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Silhaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silhaur
As per Census 2011, Silhaur village has a total population of 2,689 people, consisting of 1,465 males and 1,224 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,417 literate and 1,272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silhaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,689 | 1,465 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 253 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 742 | 401 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 1,417 | 859 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 606 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Silhaur
Silhaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hajipur | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Ramgara | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Sharifabad | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Bansupur | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Ratauli | North | 2.44 km |
| Asharf Pur | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Tikra | West | 2.54 km |
| Baburi Gaon | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Dharupur | West | 3.22 km |
| Saroha | North-East | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silhaur
Silhaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patranga, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Barabanki to Silhaur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Silhaur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silhaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silhaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silhaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silhaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silhaur
Where is Silhaur located?
Silhaur village is located in Ramsanehighat Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silhaur?
Silhaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silhaur?
The pincode of Silhaur is 225416.
What is the population of Silhaur?
Silhaur has a total population of 2,689, including 1,465 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Silhaur?
There are 438 households in Silhaur.
What is the literacy rate in Silhaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silhaur is 52.70%. Male literacy is 58.63% and female literacy is 45.59%.