Shilgari - Tundi, Dhanbad
Shilgari is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Maniyadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilgari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilgari is 361069. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.67 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Shilgari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilgari
According to the 2011 Census, Shilgari village had a total population of 41 people, including 20 males and 21 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.74%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Shilgari
Shilgari 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 Shilgari
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Shilgari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Shilgari is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilgari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilgari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shilgari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilgari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilgari
Where is Shilgari located?
Shilgari village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shilgari?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilgari is Maniyadih.
What is the pincode of Shilgari?
The pincode of Shilgari is 828142.
What is the population of Shilgari?
Shilgari had a total population of 41, including 20 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Shilgari?
Shilgari had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilgari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilgari was 67.74%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 76.47%.