Silut Village - Ausgram - I, Purba Bardhaman
Silut is a village situated in the Ausgram - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Ausgram and around 45.9 km from Barddhaman. Berenda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silut is 318995. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.85 hectares and falls under the 713126 pincode. Gushkara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Silut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silut
As per Census 2011, Silut village has a total population of 2,016 people, consisting of 1,055 males and 961 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,215 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silut are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,016 | 1,055 | 961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 332 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 660 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 395 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Silut
Silut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallikpur | North | 0.75 km |
| Baburbandh | South | 1.16 km |
| Sahapur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Nabagram | West | 1.41 km |
| Ukta | East | 1.95 km |
| Beluti | North | 2.10 km |
| Parasurampur | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Beranda | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Nripatigram | North | 2.49 km |
| Ausgram | South-West | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silut
Silut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pichkurirdhal, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 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 Gushkara to Silut is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Silut is about 45.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Silut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silut
Where is Silut located?
Silut village is located in Ausgram - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silut?
The Gram Panchayat of Silut is Berenda.
What is the pincode of Silut?
The pincode of Silut is 713126.
What is the population of Silut?
Silut has a total population of 2,016, including 1,055 males and 961 females.
How many households are there in Silut?
There are 511 households in Silut.
What is the literacy rate in Silut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silut is 60.27%. Male literacy is 62.56% and female literacy is 57.75%.