Silra - Nawabganj, Bareilly
Silra is a village situated in the Nawabganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawabganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Nawadia Moti Ram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silra is 130698. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 262406 pincode. Barkhera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Silra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silra
According to the 2011 Census, Silra village had a total population of 478 people, including 249 males and 229 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.99%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 56.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 478 | 249 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 164 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 85 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Silra
Silra 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 Silra
Silra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Silra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkhera to Silra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Silra is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silra 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silra
Where is Silra located?
Silra village is located in Nawabganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silra?
The Gram Panchayat of Silra is Nawadia Moti Ram.
What is the pincode of Silra?
The pincode of Silra is 262406.
What is the population of Silra?
Silra had a total population of 478, including 249 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Silra?
Silra had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silra was 68.99%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 56.59%.