Silli Village - Pali, Korba
Silli is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Silli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silli is 436195. The village covers a total geographical area of 886.89 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Silli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silli
As per Census 2011, Silli village has a total population of 2,497 people, consisting of 1,274 males and 1,223 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,515 literate and 982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,303 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,497 | 1,274 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 161 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 106 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,303 | 667 | 636 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 928 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 346 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Silli
Silli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsada | West | 1.92 km |
| Nirdhi | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Polmi | East | 2.48 km |
| Shivpur | West | 3.23 km |
| Khairaduban | East | 5.34 km |
| Ramdei | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Batra | North | 5.92 km |
| Khaira | West | 5.93 km |
| Pondi | North-East | 6.00 km |
| Ghansipur | South-West | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silli
Silli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pali to Silli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Silli is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silli
Where is Silli located?
Silli village is located in Pali Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silli?
Silli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silli?
The pincode of Silli is 495445.
What is the population of Silli?
Silli has a total population of 2,497, including 1,274 males and 1,223 females.
How many households are there in Silli?
There are 499 households in Silli.
What is the literacy rate in Silli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silli is 60.67%. Male literacy is 72.84% and female literacy is 48.00%.