Siladon - Khunti
Siladon is a village situated in the Khunti subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Khunti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Siladon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siladon is 375272. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Siladon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siladon
As per Census 2011, Siladon village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 395 males and 350 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siladon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 395 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 138 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 245 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 150 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Siladon
Siladon 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 Siladon
Siladon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Siladon is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siladon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siladon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siladon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siladon 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 Siladon
Where is Siladon located?
Siladon village is located in Khunti Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siladon?
Siladon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siladon?
The pincode of Siladon is 835210.
What is the population of Siladon?
Siladon has a total population of 745, including 395 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Siladon?
There are 145 households in Siladon.
What is the literacy rate in Siladon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siladon is 53.42%. Male literacy is 62.03% and female literacy is 43.71%.