Silaich - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Silaich is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Silaich village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silaich is 206006. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.99 hectares and falls under the 233227 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Silaich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silaich
As per Census 2011, Silaich village has a total population of 2,072 people, consisting of 1,076 males and 996 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,098 literate and 974 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silaich are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,072 | 1,076 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 196 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 632 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 974 | 444 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Silaich
Silaich 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 Silaich
Silaich is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Silaich.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ghazipur to Silaich is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Silaich is about 28 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 Silaich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silaich village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Silaich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silaich 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silaich
Where is Silaich located?
Silaich village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silaich?
Silaich is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silaich?
The pincode of Silaich is 233227.
What is the population of Silaich?
Silaich has a total population of 2,072, including 1,076 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Silaich?
There are 326 households in Silaich.
What is the literacy rate in Silaich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silaich is 52.99%. Male literacy is 58.74% and female literacy is 46.79%.