Silong
Silong is a village located in Thakurgangti subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Thakurgangti (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Kharkhodia is the gram panchayat of Silong village.
Here you can discover what makes Silong unique in its vibrant Thakurgangti-Godda region. You’ll see Silong’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 Silong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Silong is 355857. The village spans a total geographical area of 47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813208. Thakurgangti is nearest town to Silong village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Silong
Population of Silong
According to the 2011 Census, Silong has a total population of about 557, with approximately 288 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 209. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.91%, with male literacy at about 51.04% and female literacy near 19.70%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Silong's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 557 | 288 | 269 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 101 | 108 |
Literate Population | 200 | 147 | 53 |
Illiterate Population | 357 | 141 | 216 |
Connectivity of Silong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Silong. As per the 2011 stats, Silong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Silong
Knowing the nearby villages of Silong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Silong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silong
- Where is Silong located?
- Silong village is situated in Thakurgangti Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Silong?
- The Gram Panchayat of Silong is Kharkhodia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Silong?
- The pincode of Silong is 813208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Silong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Silong is 557, with 288 males and 269 females.
- How many households are there in Silong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Silong village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Silong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Silong is 35.91%. The male literacy rate is 51.04%, while the female literacy rate is 19.70%.