Sildanga - Chapar Pt, Dhubri
Sildanga is a village situated in the Chapar Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from Chapar and around 65 km from Dhubri. Geravita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sildanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sildanga is 281390. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.36 hectares and falls under the 783371 pincode. Chapar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sildanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilasipara East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sildanga
According to the 2011 Census, Sildanga village had a total population of 972 people, including 502 males and 470 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.33%, with male literacy at 44.31% and female literacy at 40.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 972 | 502 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 98 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 179 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 323 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Sildanga
Sildanga 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 Sildanga
Sildanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chapar to Sildanga is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Sildanga is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sildanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sildanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sildanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sildanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sildanga
Where is Sildanga located?
Sildanga village is located in Chapar Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sildanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sildanga is Geravita.
What is the pincode of Sildanga?
The pincode of Sildanga is 783371.
What is the population of Sildanga?
Sildanga had a total population of 972, including 502 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Sildanga?
Sildanga had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sildanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sildanga was 42.33%. Male literacy was 44.31% and female literacy was 40.11%.