No.1 Sila Block - Sissibargaon, Dhemaji
No.1 Sila Block is a village situated in the Sissibargaon subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sissibargaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Namoni Silasuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for No.1 Sila Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.1 Sila Block is 289067. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.51 hectares and falls under the 787059 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
No.1 Sila Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of No.1 Sila Block
As per Census 2011, No.1 Sila Block village has a total population of 1,758 people, consisting of 916 males and 842 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,145 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 942 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for No.1 Sila Block are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,758 | 916 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 140 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 942 | 496 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 659 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 257 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of No.1 Sila Block
No.1 Sila Block 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 No.1 Sila Block
No.1 Sila Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of No.1 Sila Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silapathar to No.1 Sila Block is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to No.1 Sila Block is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in No.1 Sila Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.1 Sila Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in No.1 Sila Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving No.1 Sila Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about No.1 Sila Block
Where is No.1 Sila Block located?
No.1 Sila Block village is located in Sissibargaon Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of No.1 Sila Block?
The Gram Panchayat of No.1 Sila Block is Namoni Silasuti.
What is the pincode of No.1 Sila Block?
The pincode of No.1 Sila Block is 787059.
What is the population of No.1 Sila Block?
No.1 Sila Block has a total population of 1,758, including 916 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in No.1 Sila Block?
There are 323 households in No.1 Sila Block.
What is the literacy rate in No.1 Sila Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.1 Sila Block is 65.13%. Male literacy is 71.94% and female literacy is 57.72%.