Silwatia - Bhanpur, Basti
Silwatia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Silwatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silwatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silwatia is 178650. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.76 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode.
Silwatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silwatia
According to the 2011 Census, Silwatia village had a total population of 620 people, including 315 males and 305 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.20%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 37.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 620 | 315 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 55 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 160 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 155 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Silwatia
Silwatia 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 Silwatia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Silwatia. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Silwatia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Silwatia is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silwatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silwatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silwatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silwatia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silwatia
Where is Silwatia located?
Silwatia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silwatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Silwatia is Silwatiya.
What is the pincode of Silwatia?
The pincode of Silwatia is 272194.
What is the population of Silwatia?
Silwatia had a total population of 620, including 315 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Silwatia?
Silwatia had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silwatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silwatia was 50.20%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 37.71%.