Sailha - Bilhaur, Kanpur Nagar
Sailha is a village situated in the Bilhaur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilhaur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Sailha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailha is 150063. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.25 hectares and falls under the 209210 pincode. Kanpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sailha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sailha
According to the 2011 Census, Sailha village had a total population of 629 people, including 341 males and 288 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.95%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 64.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274.
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 | 629 | 341 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 144 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 255 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 86 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Sailha
Sailha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rawanlalpur | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Sudhar Deva | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Daheliya | South | 1.91 km |
| Gopalpur Shivrajpur | East | 1.92 km |
| Nevada Hariram | North | 1.93 km |
| Biramau | West | 2.01 km |
| Daha Roodrapur | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kunwarpur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Kapoorpur Bhawan | East | 2.63 km |
| Shikandpur Shivrajpur | South-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sailha
Sailha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Sailha is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sailha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sailha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sailha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sailha
Where is Sailha located?
Sailha village is located in Bilhaur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sailha?
Sailha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sailha?
The pincode of Sailha is 209210.
What is the population of Sailha?
Sailha had a total population of 629, including 341 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Sailha?
Sailha had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sailha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailha was 74.95%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 64.49%.