Silum

Silum is a village located in Umrangso subdivision of Dima Hasao district in Assam, India. It is situated 265km away from sub-district headquarter Umrangso (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Haflong.

Here you can discover what makes Silum unique in its vibrant Umrangso-Dima Hasao region. You’ll see Silum’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Silum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silum is 298397. Umrangso is nearest town to Silum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Silum

According to the 2011 Census, Silum has a total population of about 244, with approximately 127 males and 117 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.08%, with male literacy at about 69.29% and female literacy near 70.94%. There are around 48 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 244 127 117
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 23 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 205 105 100
Literate Population 171 88 83
Illiterate Population 73 39 34

Connectivity of Silum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silum. As per the 2011 stats, Silum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Silum

Knowing the nearby villages of Silum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silum.

Frequently Asked Questions about Silum

Where is Silum located?
Silum village is situated in Umrangso Subdivision, within the Dima Hasao district of Assam, India.
What is the population of Silum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silum is 244, with 127 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Silum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Silum village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silum is 70.08%. The male literacy rate is 69.29%, while the female literacy rate is 70.94%.