Silauta - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Silauta is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Silauta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silauta is 207098. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Silauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silauta
As per Census 2011, Silauta village has a total population of 1,707 people, consisting of 900 males and 807 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 942 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 570 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silauta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,707 | 900 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 152 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 294 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 571 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 329 | 436 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangalpur | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Lodhva | East | 1.10 km |
| Raitha | South | 1.79 km |
| Madhopur | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Baheri | West | 1.94 km |
| Mahra | East | 2.11 km |
| Shitalpur | South | 2.14 km |
| Janauli | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Barhan | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Busgawa | North | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silauta
Public transport in the Silauta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dheena, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Chandauli to Silauta is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Silauta is about 38 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 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silauta
Where is Silauta located?
Silauta village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silauta?
Silauta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silauta?
The pincode of Silauta is 232109.
What is the population of Silauta?
Silauta has a total population of 1,707, including 900 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Silauta?
There are 277 households in Silauta.
What is the literacy rate in Silauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silauta is 55.18%. Male literacy is 63.44% and female literacy is 45.97%.