How many villages are in Silao Block?
Silao Block has 49 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 48 inhabited villages. They are part of Nalanda district in Bihar.
Indian Village Directory
Silao Block Village List
Silao Block in Nalanda district, Bihar has 49 Census 2011 village records, including 48 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 125,575 people, 20,613 households and 11,536 hectares. Reported local context includes 14 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Villages49
Inhabited Villages48
Population125,575
Households20,613
Area (ha)11,536
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Silao Block is in Nalanda district, Bihar.
- Village Records
- 49 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 48
- Listed Population
- 125,575
- Households
- 20,613
- Recorded Village Area
- 11,536 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 14
- Largest by Population
- Bargaon (8,223 people)
- Largest by Area
- Nanan (811 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Bargaon is the highest-population village listed in Silao Block, with 8,223 people and 1,452 households. It represents 6.5% of the listed block village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bargaon | 8,223 | 6.5% | 1,452 | 5.7 | 714 | 1,151.7 | Silao | 7.0 |
| 2 | Nanan | 8,210 | 6.5% | 1,372 | 6 | 811 | 1,012.3 | Silao | 10.0 |
| 3 | Karianna | 6,704 | 5.3% | 1,084 | 6.2 | 543 | 1,234.6 | Silao | 5.0 |
| 4 | Surajpur | 6,294 | 5% | 1,115 | 5.6 | 502 | 1,253.8 | Silao | 4.0 |
| 5 | Gorawan | 6,282 | 5% | 972 | 6.5 | 673 | 933.4 | Silao | 4.0 |
| 6 | Sobait | 5,697 | 4.5% | 914 | 6.2 | 306 | 1,861.8 | Silao | 9.0 |
| 7 | Maniawan | 5,368 | 4.3% | 918 | 5.8 | 393 | 1,365.9 | Silao | 8.0 |
| 8 | Ghustawan | 5,239 | 4.2% | 802 | 6.5 | 611 | 857.4 | Silao | 6.0 |
| 9 | Dharhara | 4,858 | 3.9% | 745 | 6.5 | 323 | 1,504 | Silao | 8.0 |
| 10 | Mohanpur | 4,624 | 3.7% | 809 | 5.7 | 349 | 1,324.9 | Silao | 8.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Nanan has the largest recorded village area in Silao Block, at 811 hectares. This is 7% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nanan | 811 | 7% | 8,210 | 1,012.3 | 1,372 | 1.69 | Silao | 10.0 |
| 2 | Bargaon | 714 | 6.2% | 8,223 | 1,151.7 | 1,452 | 2.03 | Silao | 7.0 |
| 3 | Gorawan | 673 | 5.8% | 6,282 | 933.4 | 972 | 1.44 | Silao | 4.0 |
| 4 | Ghustawan | 611 | 5.3% | 5,239 | 857.4 | 802 | 1.31 | Silao | 6.0 |
| 5 | Karianna | 543 | 4.7% | 6,704 | 1,234.6 | 1,084 | 2 | Silao | 5.0 |
| 6 | Surajpur | 502 | 4.4% | 6,294 | 1,253.8 | 1,115 | 2.22 | Silao | 4.0 |
| 7 | Sithaura | 482 | 4.2% | 3,585 | 743.8 | 650 | 1.35 | Silao | 15.0 |
| 8 | Maniawan | 393 | 3.4% | 5,368 | 1,365.9 | 918 | 2.34 | Silao | 8.0 |
| 9 | Mahuri | 357 | 3.1% | 4,496 | 1,259.4 | 761 | 2.13 | Silao | 6.0 |
| 10 | Gorma | 351 | 3% | 3,914 | 1,115.1 | 596 | 1.7 | Silao | 8.0 |
Villages in Silao Block
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Silao Block. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balaur | 245106 | 1,374 | 274 | 119 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Barakar | 245110 | 3,513 | 556 | 163 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Bargaon | 245075 | 8,223 | 1,452 | 714 | Silao | Bargaon | Silao | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Bazidpur | 245091 | 879 | 137 | 83 | Silao | Mahuri | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Bhadari | 245088 | 3,394 | 568 | 319 | Silao | Kul Fatehpur | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
| Bhagwanpur | 245097 | 1,121 | 187 | 106 | Silao | Gorma | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Bhat Bigha | 245089 | 650 | 91 | 43 | Silao | Mahuri | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
| Bindi Dih | 245095 | 2,843 | 415 | 231 | Silao | Pawadih | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
C Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamar Diha | 245101 | 580 | 88 | 91 | Silao | Pawadih | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
| Chandiman | 245100 | 2,594 | 406 | 270 | Silao | Pawadih | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
D Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daria Sarai | 245099 | 1,109 | 164 | 100 | Silao | Gorma | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
| Dhanchhuhi | 245114 | 1,552 | 205 | 157 | Silao | Ghostawan | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Dharampura | 245107 | 623 | 101 | 85 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
| Dharhara | 245087 | 4,858 | 745 | 323 | Silao | Dharharan | Silao | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Available |
| Dumari | 245117 | 1,360 | 206 | 74 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
F Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur | 245079 | 1,697 | 262 | 224 | Silao | Kul Fatehpur | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
G Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gandhupur | 245118 | 1,116 | 171 | 150 | Silao | Ghostawan | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
| Ghustawan | 245093 | 5,239 | 802 | 611 | Silao | Ghostawan | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Gobindpur | 245077 | 525 | 85 | 147 | Silao | Gorwa | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Gor Bigha | 245109 | 1,110 | 184 | 57 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Gorawan | 245078 | 6,282 | 972 | 673 | Silao | Gorwa | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Gorma | 245098 | 3,914 | 596 | 351 | Silao | Gorma | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
J Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalalpur | 245073 | 753 | 129 | 43 | Silao | Nirpur | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamal Bigha | 245108 | 2,021 | 331 | 254 | Silao | Pawadih | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
| Karianna | 245094 | 6,704 | 1,084 | 543 | Silao | Kariyana | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Khonupur | 245085 | 655 | 101 | 45 | Silao | Sabait | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Kul | 245082 | 3,224 | 502 | 290 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
L Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lachhmipur | 245105 | 371 | 69 | 64 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
| Ladu | 245084 | 0 | — | 13 | Silao | Sabait | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lodipur | 245070 | 1,922 | 358 | 192 | Silao | Nirpur | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madhopur | 245076 | 1,398 | 242 | 118 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Mahuri | 245090 | 4,496 | 761 | 357 | Silao | Mahuri | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Malikpur | 245116 | 1,544 | 231 | 76 | Silao | Ghostawan | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Maniawan | 245086 | 5,368 | 918 | 393 | Silao | Dharharan | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Mohanpur | 245081 | 4,624 | 809 | 349 | Silao | Kul Fatehpur | Silao | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
N Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagri | 245113 | 2,638 | 444 | 303 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Nanan | 245096 | 8,210 | 1,372 | 811 | Silao | Nanand | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Narhar Bigha | 245092 | 2,828 | 476 | 159 | Silao | Mahuri | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Nirpur | 245072 | 2,546 | 462 | 344 | Silao | Nirpur | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pachwara | 245074 | 570 | 112 | 73 | Silao | Nirpur | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Pawadih | 245103 | 2,575 | 366 | 216 | Silao | Pawadih | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Not Available | Available |
S Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsera | 245102 | 583 | 108 | 89 | Silao | Pawadih | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Not Available |
| Shahpur | 245115 | 972 | 155 | 94 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Shekhpul | 245112 | 252 | 30 | 161 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Sithaura | 245104 | 3,585 | 650 | 482 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Sobait | 245083 | 5,697 | 914 | 306 | Silao | Sabait | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Sonar Bigha | 245111 | 488 | 84 | 45 | Silao | Barakar | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
| Surajpur | 245080 | 6,294 | 1,115 | 502 | Silao | Surjapur | Silao | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
T Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taju Bigha | 245071 | 701 | 123 | 123 | Silao | Nirpur | Silao | — | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Silao
Silao Block has 8 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 4 banks and 2 PIN codes. Canara Bank has the highest number of listed records, with 3 entries (38%). PIN code 803111 has the highest listed count, with 5 records (62%). Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
Records / 100 Villages16.3
ATM Share88%
CDM Share0%
CRM Share0%
Records / Bank2
- ATM/CDM/CRM Records
- 8
- ATMs
- 7
- Electronic Kiosks
- 1
- Banks
- 4
- PINs
- 2
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 7 | 88% |
| Electronic Kiosk | 1 | 12% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canara Bank | 3 | 38% |
| State Bank of India | 2 | 25% |
| Union Bank of India | 2 | 25% |
| Punjab National Bank | 1 | 12% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 803111 | 5 | 62% |
| 803117 | 3 | 38% |
PIN-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| PIN | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 803111 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 803117 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show real bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records for Silao Block, including banks such as Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank and State Bank of India. The source dataset is Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-sourced bank service data, but the services belong to the listed banks.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canara Bank | ATM | 803111 | Nalanda | Silao | Mohanpur | Nalanda Opp.police Station, Museum Link Road, Nalanda, Bihar, 803111 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 803117 | Nalanda | Silao | Silao (Np) | Gola Bazar Road Teen Muhani Shivkant Singh Silao, Nalanda, Bihar, 803117 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 803111 | Nalanda | Silao | Sobait | Sarlichak, Silao, Sobait, Nalanda, Bihar Sarlichak, Silao, Sobait, Nalanda, Bihar, Nalanda, Bihar, 803111 |
| Union Bank of India | ATM | 803111 | Nalanda | Silao | Mohanpur | Main Road R. K. Bharwan, Nalanda More, Nalanda, Bihar, 803111 |
| Canara Bank | Electronic Kiosk | 803111 | Nalanda | Silao | Mohanpur | Nalanda Opp.police Station, Museum Link Road, Nalanda, Bihar, 803111 |
| Canara Bank | ATM | 803111 | Nalanda | Silao | Mohanpur | 0 Opp.police Station, Museum Link Road, Nalanda, Bihar, 803111 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 803117 | Nalanda | Silao | Silao (Np) | Tinmuhani Gola Road on Nh 82 Sri Ram Complex Silao, Nalanda, Bihar, 803117 |
| Union Bank of India | ATM | 803117 | Nalanda | Silao | Silao (Np) | Gola Road Silao Branch Silao, Nalanda, Bihar, 803117 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Silao Block has 125,575 people in 20,613 households across 49 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village2,563
Average Household Size6.1
Inhabited Village %98%
Population Density / sq km1,088.5
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population125,575
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Silao villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 14 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Barakar, Bargaon and Dharharan.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported14
Nearest Town Names Reported1
CD blocks reported: Silao.
Gram Panchayats reported: Barakar, Bargaon, Dharharan, Ghostawan, Gorma, Gorwa, Kariyana, Kul Fatehpur, Mahuri, Nanand, Nirpur, Pawadih and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Silao Block is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 48 villages (98%), mobile coverage in 4 villages (8.2%), all-weather road in 35 villages (71%), domestic power supply in 45 villages (92%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 48 | 48 | 1 | 97.96 |
| Mobile Coverage | 4 | 48 | 45 | 8.16 |
| All-Weather Road | 35 | 48 | 14 | 71.43 |
| PDS Shop | 21 | 48 | 28 | 42.86 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 45 | 48 | 4 | 91.84 |
Median Nearest Town Distance8 km
Villages within 5 km10
Villages over 25 km0
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 10 | 21% |
| 5-10 Km | 27 | 56% |
| 10-25 Km | 11 | 23% |
| Over 25 Km | 0 | 0% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Silao villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 48 villages, with an average of 8.75 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 20.0 km for Kamal Bigha. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 48 | 8.75 | 20 | Kamal Bigha | Silao |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Silao Block. The page summarises 26 data fields and 1,257 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 294 | 196 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 145 | 96 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 146 | 144 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 384 | 128 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 96 | 39 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 48 | 21 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 144 | 127 |
Official Reference Links
Use official portals to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Silao Block?
Bargaon is the most populated village listed for Silao Block, with 8,223 people and 1,452 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Silao Block?
Nanan has the largest recorded village area in Silao Block, at 811 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Silao Block?
The administrative summary reports 14 Gram Panchayats for Silao Block. Reported names include Barakar, Bargaon and Dharharan.
What village facilities are reported in Silao Block?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 48 villages, domestic power supply in 45 villages, all-weather road in 35 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What bank ATM, CDM and CRM records are available for Silao Block?
Silao Block has 8 bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records from RBI-sourced data. Canara Bank has the highest number of listed records, with 3 entries. Verify current service details with the bank.
What can I find in the Silao Block village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Silao also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.