Silghat Town - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Silghat Town is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Uttar Pubthoria serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Silghat Town village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silghat Town is 284202. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.05 hectares and falls under the 782143 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Silghat Town village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliabor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silghat Town
According to the 2011 Census, Silghat Town village had a total population of 1,228 people, including 637 males and 591 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.18%, with male literacy at 93.89% and female literacy at 86.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,228 | 637 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 64 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 538 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 99 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Silghat Town
Silghat Town 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 Silghat Town
Silghat Town is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Silghat Town has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezpur to Silghat Town is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Silghat Town is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silghat Town
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silghat Town village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silghat Town
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silghat Town village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silghat Town
Where is Silghat Town located?
Silghat Town village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Silghat Town?
The Gaon Panchayat of Silghat Town is Uttar Pubthoria.
What is the pincode of Silghat Town?
The pincode of Silghat Town is 782143.
What is the population of Silghat Town?
Silghat Town had a total population of 1,228, including 637 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Silghat Town?
Silghat Town had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silghat Town?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silghat Town was 90.18%. Male literacy was 93.89% and female literacy was 86.29%.