Silong - Thakurgangti, Godda
Silong is a village situated in the Thakurgangti subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurgangti and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Kharkhodia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silong is 355857. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 814133 pincode.
Silong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Silong
According to the 2011 Census, Silong village had a total population of 557 people, including 288 males and 269 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.95%, with male literacy at 66.22% and female literacy at 25.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Silong
Silong 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 Silong
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Silong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Godda to Silong is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Silong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silong
Where is Silong located?
Silong village is located in Thakurgangti Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silong?
The Gram Panchayat of Silong is Kharkhodia.
What is the pincode of Silong?
The pincode of Silong is 814133.
What is the population of Silong?
Silong had a total population of 557, including 288 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Silong?
Silong had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silong was 46.95%. Male literacy was 66.22% and female literacy was 25.98%.