Silger
Silger is a village located in Konta tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 116km away from sub-district headquarter Konta (tehsildar office) and 171km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Silger village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Silger unique in its vibrant Konta-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Silger’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 Silger
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silger is 450322. The village spans a total geographical area of 1674.917 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494122. Sukma is nearest town to Silger village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 105km away.
Google Map of Silger
Population of Silger
According to the 2011 Census, Silger has a total population of about 493, with approximately 226 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 1181 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 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 493. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.11%, with male literacy at about 36.73% and female literacy near 35.58%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silger's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 226 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 226 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 143 | 172 |
Connectivity of Silger
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silger. As per the 2011 stats, Silger had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silger
Knowing the nearby villages of Silger helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silger.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silger
- Where is Silger located?
- Silger village is situated in Konta Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silger?
- Silger serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Silger?
- The pincode of Silger is 494122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silger as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silger is 493, with 226 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Silger as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silger village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silger as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silger is 36.11%. The male literacy rate is 36.73%, while the female literacy rate is 35.58%.