Silikote - Uri, Baramulla
Silikote is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Uri and around 52 km from Baramulla. Silikote village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silikote is 002542. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Silikote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silikote
According to the 2011 Census, Silikote village had a total population of 194 people, including 91 males and 103 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.47%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 80.43%.
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 | 194 | 91 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Silikote
Silikote 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 Silikote
Silikote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Silikote is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Silikote is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silikote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silikote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silikote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silikote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silikote
Where is Silikote located?
Silikote village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Silikote?
Silikote is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Silikote?
The pincode of Silikote is 193123.
What is the population of Silikote?
Silikote had a total population of 194, including 91 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Silikote?
Silikote had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silikote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silikote was 85.47%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 80.43%.