Silmi Garhwa - Khaga, Fatehpur
Silmi Garhwa is a village situated in the Khaga tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaga and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Silmi Garhwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silmi Garhwa is 157463. The village covers a total geographical area of 786 hectares and falls under the 212655 pincode. Khaga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Silmi Garhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khaga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silmi Garhwa
As per Census 2011, Silmi Garhwa village has a total population of 4,211 people, consisting of 2,188 males and 2,023 females. The village has 722 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,358 literate and 1,853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silmi Garhwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,211 | 2,188 | 2,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 371 | 340 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,247 | 646 | 601 |
| Literate Population | 2,358 | 1,397 | 961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,853 | 791 | 1,062 |
Nearby Villages of Silmi Garhwa
Silmi Garhwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraichi | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Tesahi Khurd | North | 2.22 km |
| Vijayipur | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Tesahi Bujurg | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Shahjahanpur Selraha | West | 2.73 km |
| Ranipur Bahera | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Chak Babullapur Bhabhuti | East | 2.87 km |
| Jagatpur | West | 3.04 km |
| Narottampur | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Tilochanpur | East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silmi Garhwa
Silmi Garhwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khaga, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khaga to Silmi Garhwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Silmi Garhwa is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silmi Garhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silmi Garhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silmi Garhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silmi Garhwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silmi Garhwa
Where is Silmi Garhwa located?
Silmi Garhwa village is located in Khaga Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silmi Garhwa?
Silmi Garhwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silmi Garhwa?
The pincode of Silmi Garhwa is 212655.
What is the population of Silmi Garhwa?
Silmi Garhwa has a total population of 4,211, including 2,188 males and 2,023 females.
How many households are there in Silmi Garhwa?
There are 722 households in Silmi Garhwa.
What is the literacy rate in Silmi Garhwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silmi Garhwa is 56.00%. Male literacy is 63.85% and female literacy is 47.50%.