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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Silawan village had a total population of 3,426 people, including 1,753 males and 1,673 females, living in 651 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.01%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 51.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 863.
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 | 3,426 | 1,753 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 295 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 448 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,426, including 1,753 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Silawan?
Silawan had 651 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silawan was 64.01%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 51.52%.