Silawan - Mahroni, Lalitpur
Silawan is a village situated in the Mahroni tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahroni and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Silawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silawan is 153388. The village covers a total geographical area of 1463.82 hectares and falls under the 284405 pincode. Lalitpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Silawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehroni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silawan
As per Census 2011, Silawan village has a total population of 3,426 people, consisting of 1,753 males and 1,673 females. The village has 651 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 586 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,818 literate and 1,608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 863 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,426 | 1,753 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 295 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 448 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 1,818 | 1,106 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,608 | 647 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Silawan
Silawan 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 Silawan
Silawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalitpur to Silawan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Silawan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silawan 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 Silawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silawan
Where is Silawan located?
Silawan village is located in Mahroni Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silawan?
Silawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silawan?
The pincode of Silawan is 284405.
What is the population of Silawan?
Silawan has a total population of 3,426, including 1,753 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Silawan?
There are 651 households in Silawan.
What is the literacy rate in Silawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silawan is 53.06%. Male literacy is 63.09% and female literacy is 42.56%.